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Brookview Community Center
Monday, rc 1
7:00 PM
Call to Order
Roll Call
Roger Bergman John Cornelius Kelly Kuebelbeck
Bob Mattison, Chair Gillian Rosenquist Anne Saffert
Jerry Sandler __ Dawn Speltz Dan Steinberg
Approval of Minutes - December 22, 2014
Accept Teen Committee Minutes - October 27, 2014 & December 22, 2014
OSRC Annual Report
Community Center Update
Approve amendment to Open Space and Recreation Commission Bylaws
Metro Blue Line Extension Update
Review and approve updated Facility Usage Guideline
Staff Updates:
a. Sandburg Athletic Improvement Project
b. New registration software/brochure 3/30
c. Sochacki/Mary Hills/Rice Lake JPA
d. Golf Bikes/FlingGolf
e. Golf leagues
f. Hampshire play structure May 18
g. New trail at Lions Park
h. Yosemite improvements
i. Deer removal update
11. Updates
1) Chair
2) Commission Members
12. Adjournment
Items for Future Agendas
- Dan Freeman, Three Rivers Park Board update
Park Signage Policy
Update on Hennepin County trails and MOCA
Youth Athletic Association's annual updates
Park resources for residents in area north of 394 and west of 100
Park Dedication fee discussion
Open spaces review (April 2015)
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1.Call to Order
Mattison called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
2. IRoll Call:
Present: Commissioners Roger Bergman, John Cornelius, Kelly Kuebelbeck, Bob Mattison,
Gillian Rosenquist, Anne Saffert, Jerry Sandler, and Dan Steinberg. Director of Parks and
Recreation, Rick Birno.
Absent: Commissioner Dawn Speltz.
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MOTION: Moved by Bergman and seconded by Sandler to approve the November 24, 2014
meeting minutes. Motion carried unanimously.
4. Sandburg Fields - Grant Application Update
Birno announced that the City was awarded the Hennepin County Youth Sports Grant for $325,000.
The grant will be used to repair and reconstruct Sandburg Fields.
5. Community Center Update
Cornelius said the Community Center Task Force and the consultants at HGA presented to the Council
their vision for the new community center. He said the Council was very supportive of the vision, but
expressed concern on funding the project. City staff and Council will meet and discuss next steps in
the community center process at winter strategic planning sessions.
6. Pathway to Play Concept Presentation
Birno explained a new concept which would partner with Three Rivers Park District, to add a trail loop
off the Regional Trail near Schaper Park. The trail loop would act as a starting point to the Pathways to
Play, which would include nature themed play structures and nature education for kids and families
along the Regional Trail. Birno said Three Rivers would design the project in-house and Golden Valley
would maintain the structures. Birno will be presenting the concept to the City Council at the January
Council/Manager meeting.
MOTION: Moved by Sandler and seconded by Cornelius to move forward by presenting the
proposed plan to City Council. Motion carried unanimously.
7. Metro Blue Line Extension - Transit Station and Parking Discussion
Rosenquist gave an update on the last meeting. She said after the December open house, the task
force decided they needed to refocus their efforts on safer connections and less on big development
around the Golden Valley Road station. Discussion then focused on transit station parking.
Rosenquist said there will be another city wide Golden Valley resident open house on January 7. Metro
Transit and Hennepin County will also be hosting an open house on January 29.
Minutes of the Open Space and Recreation Commission
December 22, 2014
Page 2
®Summer Plavaround Discussion
Birno said they plan to create a mobile playground program, and add an intern this summer.
Birno said to create better structure and safety, all summer playground participants will be required to
pre -register beginning this year. The program will remain free of charge.
Birno asked Commissioners their thoughts on charging a minimal fee in the future for the Summer
Playground program. Discussion will continue at a later date.
Birno also said if the summer mobile playground program is successful and offered at parks without
shelters, the OSRC may need to discuss the need for sun shelters to be installed.
9. Sochacki/Mary Hills Project Update
Birno said Three Rivers Park District is looking for input on naming the project area. After discussion,
Birno said he would communicate to Three Rivers that both staff and Commissioners would prefer the
Governments Policy Board include OSRC members.
10. gdates
Mattison updated the Commission on the Lions Park area parking and traffic issues. Lions Park area
residents requested the City Council review the memo of actions items. At the December
Council/Manager meeting, Birno and Mattison presented the memo. Council approved the memo,
subject to monitoring next season.
Birno said the USDA will begin deer removal in Golden Valley on December 23.
Birno said the Met Council will be implementing a large sewer replacement project near South Tyrol
Park this summer. He said the Summer Playground program at that location may need to be moved to
a different location during the project.
11. Adiournment
MOTION: MOVED by Steinberg and seconded by Sandler to adjourn at 9;30 PM. Motion carried
unanimously.
ATTEST:
Sheila Van Sloun, Administrative Assistant
GOLDEN VALLEYTEEN COMMITTEE
Regular meeting at Brookview Community Center Minutes
October 1 4
1.Call to Order
Segelbaum called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
2. Roll Call
Present: Committee Members: Brittany Blazar, Melanie Blazar, Sam Buttress, Sarah Carlson,
Owen Hoeft, Shivani Nookala, Hannah Segelbaum and Non -Voting Committee Member Olivia
Behn.
City : Brian Erickson, Recreation Supervisor; Carrie Anderson, Recreation Supervisor.
Absent: Committee Members: Stella Haberman and Jack Knudson.
3. Ap2Loval
Shavoni motioned and Sarah seconded the motion to approve the minutes of previous
meeting.
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Segelbaum mentioned recreational center; wants and location. Buttress mentioned couches
and places to lounge in this space. Anderson mentioned idea of teen music concerts in this
recreational space
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Segelbaum and Hoeft spoke about teen music and locations that concerts could take place.
Carlson mentioned street dance and block party aimed at bringing teens together. Also, spoke
about the possibility of this event happening at the water tower. The idea of a teen programing
event and community engagement opportunities were also brought to attention.
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Carlson mentioned the idea of events in the winter such as skiing, sledding, etc. Segelbaum
mentioned an event with ice skating and music. Brittany Blazar mentioned a gaming
tournament. Carlson mentioned rollerblading.
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Hoeft spoke about the possibility of intramural sports taking place in the summer. All
committee members agreed that this would be a positive addition to the Golden Valley
Community. Some of these sports could include: Ultimate frisbee, and/or Volleyball taking
place at Brookview Park or Theodore Wirth Park.
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The committee spoke about places they enjoy hanging out in. Bowling alleys and the depot
coffee house were brought up, although neither exist in Golden Valley. The committee
concluded that there are no 'cool' places to hang out in Golden Valley.
9. Task -force
Blazar reported on the most recent meeting of the Community Center Task Force. The
committee spoke about location number two for the recreation center. The group decided not
to have this building at Brookview Community Center, but near it.
10. Staff Updates
None.
11. Agjjqurnment
Hoeft Motioned to adjourn at 6:45 PM.
Jack Knudson, Chair
Hannah Segelbaum, Secretary
TEEN COMMITTEE
Regular Meeting Minutes
December 22,2014
1. Call to Order
Knudson called the meeting to order at 6:05 PM.
2. I Call
PresentCommittee Members: Sam Buttress, Owen Hoeft, Shivani Nookala, Stella Bagerman,
and Jack Knudson.
City Staff: Brian Erickson, Recreation Supervisor; Carrie Anderson, Recreation
Supervisor.
Absent: Committee Members: Hannah Segelbaum, Brittany Blazar, Sarah Carlson, Melanie
Blazar, non-voting committee member Olivia Behn.
3. A roval of Minutes October 2'�4
MOTION: Moved by Hoeft and seconded by Knudson to approve the October 26, 2014 meeting
minutes. Motion carried unanimously.
4. Teen Mental Health Initiative
Knudson discussed an idea for a mental health initiative in the community. The committee discussed
some ideas to raise awareness. The committee decided to invite an expert to give direction for the
next meeting. Knudson volunteered to contact someone.
5. Golden Valle IDa s'Teen Stand
Knudson presented an idea to have a booth at Golden Valley Days to raise awareness about the
committee. The committee agreed that this would be a good idea.
6. "Hearntr irniittee at u�unclill Meeting
The committee reviewed ideas from last meeting to attract teens, such as a street dance and there
was talk of having this at the water tower. Hoeft again suggested this location, which received the
support of the committee.
Hoeft suggested beach volleyball with music. Anderson said this would be an easy thing to set up at
Brookview Park if the committee was interested.
Knudson suggested the group should take on 3 things for the upcoming year. He suggested a
concert that promotes teen mental health.
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Hoeft spoke about the possibility of intramural sports taking place in the summer. All committee
members agreed that this would be a positive addition to the Golden Valley Community. Some of
these sports could include: Ultimate frisbee, and/or Volleyball taking place at Brookview Park or
Theodore Wirth Park.
®Updates
No updates from the Chair or Committee Members.
Anderson suggested putting an advertisement in the Golden Valley Park and Rec summer brochure
for teen committee applicants. Haberman suggested putting a group picture in this advertisement.
Knudson suggested having the committee write a description for this ad. The committee decided to
work on this project at the January meeting.
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Ldiournment
MOTION: Moved by Knudson and seconded by Haberman to adjourn at 6:40 PM. Motion carried
unanimously.
Jack Knudson, Chair
Shivani Nookala, Committee Member
2014 Annual Report
City of Golden
Tasks/Projects/Topics:
Reviewed and approved a new play structure for Hampshire Park
2. Reviewed and approved project, partnerships and grant application for the
Sandburg Learning Center Athletic Facility Improvement Project.
. Partnered with the Environmental Commission on the Natural Resource
Management Plan.
4. Participated in the Sochacki Park, Mary Hills and Rice Lake nature area public input
visioning process for a new regional park.
. Met with residents from the Lion's Park neighborhood regarding parking, traffic and
use issues. Worked with staff and athletic association representatives to address
issues and develop a list of recommendations for the 2015 season.
Recommendations reviewed and approved by the OSRC and the City Council.
b. Reviewed winter warming house operation and outdoor rink usage figures. Made
recommendation to close Lakeview Park and utilize savings to offer new winter
recreation trail at Brookview Golf Course.
7. Members participated in the Community Center Task Force process.
8. Reviewed community open land parcels still in discussion process.
9. Reviewed and supported pathway to play concept and partnership with Three Rivers
Park District.
10. Brookview Golf Course review- overview of golf course operation.
11. Yearly review of Recreation Programs with Recreation Supervisors.
12. Members participated in Metro Blue Line Extension - informational meetings,
discussion, and on-going developments.
'13. Opening of Lawn Bowling Green
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• Community Center next steps
• Review open land parcels
• Review and provide guidance on the Parks Capital Improvement Plan
• Address issue of a park for the new residents in the Golden Hills/Xenia area
• Continue to look at park resources for GV residents in new development at West End.
• Begin work on the Park and Recreation portion of the updated Comprehensive Plan;
advise Council on strategic planning effort in 2015 as requested
Phase I implementation of the Sochacki Park, Mary Hills and Rice Lake Nature area
regional park plans
Sandburg Athletic Facility Improvement Project
Installation of the new Play Structure at Hampshire Park
Review and make recommendation to City Council for future park and tree
replacement dedication fees from future development projects
Work with staff to add anew Gazebo to Brookview Park for concerts and events
Looking forward to new opportunities for residents this summer including mobile
summer playgrounds, youth and senior lawn bowling leagues, expanded concert
series and movies in the park, collaborative programs with the GV Library, mini -US
Open golf event for kids, teen sand volleyball league, summer football camp, Friday
night free play soccer and more...
Work with staff and Three Rivers Park District on the Pathway to Play concept
Invite community athletic associations to OSRC meetings for program updates and
discussion on future facility needs
The Golden Valley Open Space and Recreation Commission continues to be active in all areas
dealing with issues related to parks, open spaces and recreational activities. The commission
attempts to re-evaluate pertinent issues on a yearly basis and tries to be responsive to citizen
input. The current membership of the commission is strong and looking forward to the future.
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Thanks for opportunity to report on OSCR Activities and plans
Very active and productive year for Commission
Many exciting things happening and opportunities for the future
Won't talk about everything -you have the report -but hit highlights
2014 Projects:
IMPROVING THE USE OF OUR PARKS
GV blessed with great parks and open spaces thanks to the vision of the leaders of the
many years ago when GV was being developed. The commission is constantly working with
Park and Rec staff to make sure our parks are used efficiently and effectively to meet the
needs of the community, and are constantly being improved and updated to keep them up
and meet changing and growing demands. Major things that happened this year:
o Reviewed and approved project, partnerships and grant application for the
Sandburg Learning Center Athletic Facility Improvement Project.
o Reviewed winter warming house operation and outdoor rink usage figures.
Made recommendation to close Lakeview Park
o Offering new winter recreation trail at Brookview Golf Course.
o Lions Park use. Met with residents from the Lion's Park neighborhood
regarding parking, traffic and use issues. Worked with staff and GVGS
representatives to address issues and develop a list of recommendations for
the 2015 season. Reported to you in December.
o Continued to work on improving park playgrounds completed new
playgrounds at Gearty, Lions, Glenview and Wildwood Park, and the water
feature at Brookview. Approved new playground equipment at Hampshire
Park.
o Opening of Lawn Bowling at Brookview.
COMMUNITY CENTER
Commission has long recognized the need to address the Brookview Community
Cetner building, given its deplorable condition. Two of our members participated in
the Community Center Task Force process, and reported and got input from the
commission throughout the process.
BLUE LINE EXTENSION
The Blue Line extension project has been high on the commssion's radar screen
since it was proposed, because of its proximity to Mary Hills and Rice Lake nature
areas and Wirth Park.
Reviewed the Blue Line Extension Draft Environmental Impact Statement and
provided input, along with other commissions, to the City's response to the
Statement.
Members participated in Metro Blue Line Extension station task force.
Participated in visioning process with Three Rivers Park District for Sochaki Park,
Mary Hills/Rice Lake proposed regional park.
These are the major things we will be working on in 2015 -- would of course welcome
the council's guidance and ideas on what we should be working on, and where the
council would like us to focus our efforts:
The Community Center will continue to be a focus - Commission stands ready to
consider further what the Center will consist of and consider alternative designs, size
and possible features.
Begin work on the Park and Recreation portion of the updated Comprehensive Plan;
advise Council on strategic planning effort in 2015 if requested
Review and provide guidance on the Parks Capital Improvement Plan - with goal of
continuing to optimize the use of our parks to provide high quality facilities and
programming and meet future demands.
Address issue of a park for the new residents in the Golden Hills/Xenia area
Work with staff to add a new Gazebo at Brookview Park for concerts and events.
BY-LAWS OF THE *PEN SPACE AND RECREATION
COMMISSION
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The mission of the Open Space and Recreation Commission shall be to advise and
recommend to the Council as to recreational programs, parks, and open space in the
community. Specifically, the Commission shall:
A. Develop and make recommendations to maintain and update the portion of the
Comprehensive Plan relating to open space needs, parks and recreation
programs, and trail systems;
B. Develop and periodically review policies and plans for parks, recreation programs,
use of open space, and trail systems;
C. Periodically update an assessment of current programs regarding open space,
parks and recreation, and trail systems;
D. Periodically update an assessment of future needs regarding parks and
recreation, open space, and trail systems;
E. Advise the Council on cooperative agreements, policies with other public and
private agencies, groups or individuals relative to recreational programs and
facilities; and,
Advise Council on budget and capital outlay needs for parks and recreation,
Brookview Golf Course, and park improvement fund.
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A. Membership
The Open Space and Recreation Commission membership shall consist of
nine (9) members who shall serve three-year staggered terms. Emphasis in
appointments will be based on knowledge of open space and recreation
issues and their relationships to the quality of life in the City.
1. The Commission will hold monthly meetings on the fourth Monday of the
month at 7:00 p.m.
2. A quorum consisting of a simple majority of the membership is necessary to
transact the business of the Commission.
. The Commission may hold special meetings to complete or initiate
business at the call of the chairperson or at the request of three members.
4. Each member shall be given at least 48 hours notice of a special meeting
regarding the time, place, and purpose of the meeting.
5. All meetings will be open to the public.
C. Attendance
1. Attendance is expected at all meetings. Absences in one year should not
exceed three consecutive meetings or more than 25% of the total meetings
for the year. Absence from 25% per year or more of regular or special
meetings shall be cause for recommendation for removal from the
Commission. Members are responsible for notifying the staff liaison or
chairperson if they cannot attend a meeting. If a quorum cannot be
attained, the meeting will be cancelled.
A. Appointments
The Council shall appoint members to the Commission effective May 15t of each
year. Terms shall begin at the first meeting in May of each year,.
B. Terms
Members will serve three-year staggered terms.
C. Vacancies
If a vacancy occurs before the end of the term, interim appointments may be
made by the Council.
A. Officers
The Open Space and Recreation Commission will have two officers -
Chair and Vice -Chair.
IB.. Election of Officers
The Commission shall elect officers at its first meeting after May 1st of each year,
Terms of office shall be for a maximum of two years and shall rotate. The
Chair and Vice -Chair shall not serve consecutive terms.
C. Duties of Officers
The Commission Chairperson will:
Work with staff liaison to develop meeting agendas.
Conduct and preside over monthly meetings in a productive, timely
manner.
Monitor and ensure the progress of the Commission.
Report to the City Council.
Assure that _ Commission co!activities,
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2. The Commission Vice Chai/' •
0 Preside over any meeting in the Chairperson's absence.
The Commission will review these by-laws annually at a meeting with a majority of
members present, and members will present recommendations for changes and
amendments. These by-laws can be altered or amended at any regular Commission
meeting, provided that notice of the proposed changes and amendments is mailed to
each member at least ten business days before the meeting. The Council shall approve
any changes to these by-laws.
Adopted by the OSRC — October 24, 2005
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INTENT AND PURPOSE It is the intent of the city of Golden Valley to grant permits for
single, exclusive and/or on-going use of municipal park property and athletic facilities. The
purpose of these guidelines is to establish uniform practices by the Park and Recreation
Department for the issuance of facility use permits for indoor and outdoor facilities owned or by
the Parks & Recreation Department.
RENTAL FEES Rental fees are generally required for all specific uses. Full payment for rental
is required not later than ten business days prior to the reservation date. The permit will be
processed when payment is received. Only 50% of the rental fee will be refunded when the
facility reservation is canceled; no refund for cancelations requested less than five business days
before the reservation date. City sponsored leagues, programs and events, School District
athletics, programs and events, and recognized Golden Valley -based youth athletic associations
do not pay the established rental fee for the use of such property (enterprise operations
excluded).
GENERAL GUIDELINES:
1. Youth programs, events and athletics have priority over adult activities and athletics,
2. Historical use patterns will be given strong consideration in determining priorities, but
may not be honored in every case. .
3. In season athletics have priority over out -of -season athletics for indoor and outdoor
facility use.
4. Staff will set seasonal use application deadlines for resident priority.
I. City -sponsored recreation and athletic events and programs and entities partnered
with the city to provide contractual services for events or programs on the city's
behalf.
. School District sponsored athletics and programs (ISD #270, ISD #281, Breck School
and all other community based educational institutions that share facilities with the
city of Golden Valley)
3. Recognized Golden Valley youth athletic associations, teams, or clubs that meet the
guidelines listed below.
4. Golden Valley resident teams, individuals, neighborhood organizations and the
business community (must have a minimum 20% resident involvement).
5. Non-resident teams or other (less than 20% resident involvement).
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recognized1. The • by the Golden organization
be done by resolutionof the Openp. . Recreation
Commission.
2. The organization must be a non-profit corporation in good standing under the laws of
the state of Minnesota, and operate with a set of bylaws, officers and a board of
directors. Organization must conduct an annual meeting, maintain proper accounting
procedures, advertise programs in the city's Parks & Recreation brochure and hold
annual open tryouts if all registrants will not participate in the organization's
program.
3. Organizations must comply with all local, state, and federal law, including all
applicable civil rights laws.
4. Organizations must be a Golden Valley -resident based youth athletic opportunity,
meaning that it is open to all Golden Valley residents who qualify to participate. It is
understood that an organization may also have participants and leadership who are
not Golden Valley residents.
5. All organizations shall upon request submit league rosters or participant summaries to
the Parks and Recreation Department to assist with future athletic facility
development needs, and for general evaluation and /or administrative purposes.
6. Each organization will annually present an update of its program to the Open Space
and Recreation Commission, which will be scheduled by city staff.
7. Each organization will be charged a participant field maintenance fee for each athletic
season the organization offers athletic opportunities (summer and fall) to assist with
field maintenance expenses. The fee will be evaluated annually by the Open Spaces
and Recreation Commission and approved by the City Council. The fee may vary for
resident and non-resident participants. Participants enrolled in an organization
activity who are granted scholarship assistance from the organization will not be
assessed a field maintenance fee.
8. Organizations will be required to deposit a copy of their bylaws and other documents
that govern their operations at the Parks and Recreation Department. Organizations
will also be required to provide elected board member rosters with position titles and
contact information annually. These documents will be available for public review.
9. Meetings of the organization's governing body, except those which deal with
personnel issues or litigation, are to be publicized in advance (posting meetings on the
organization's website will be acceptable unless otherwise required by law) and open
to all program participants, city staff and the public. The city of Golden Valley offers
meeting room space for youth athletic association meetings at no rental charge.
Reviewed by OSRC March 2015
10. All organizations are required to have liability insurance for the all volunteers,
participants and board members. The city of Golden Valley must be listed as an
additional insured on the policy and a copy of the certificate of additional insured
must be filed with the Parks & Recreation Department annually. All organizations
utilizing facilities on School District properties, ISD 281, ISD 270 or Breck School,
must provide additional insured certificates naming the School District.
Recommended and not required: a secondary medical insurance policy for all
participants and volunteers.
11. All organizations shall conduct background checks for all adults working with youth
through the organization.
12. Each organization's coaches working with youth are required to be trained in
concussion awareness by completing the CDC Heads -Up online concussion
awareness training course.
Any organization which fails to provide for and follow the guidelines set forth above is
subject to payment of the established rental fees and loss of its position for priority usage.
Continued use of park facilities or revocation of facility permit(s) is at the discretion of
the Director of Parks and Recreation.
When two or more organizations offer similar programs for similar age groups, they are
expected to work together to develop the highest level of programming standards and to
assure that all residents throughout the community are being offered equal opportunities
for participation.
When two or more organizations are unable to resolve their differences regarding facility
usage, the following procedure will be used:
a. Each organization involved in the conflict must submit a document proving
compliance with required guideline items above.
b. The association involved in the conflict must submit the following information in
writing:
1) Statement of conflict.
2) Documentation of efforts to resolve the conflict.
3) Its position statement.
4) Its suggested resolution.
c. The OSRC will then set a meeting date for the following:
1) The associations will each present their positions to the OSRC.
2) The presentations will be made by a maximum of two association representatives.
3) The presentation will last no more than 15 minutes with a 15 -minute question and
answer period following.
d. The OSRC will render a decision during or before the next scheduled OSRC meeting
following the presentation. The OSRC may request more documentation or suggest
the associations continue their efforts to resolve the conflict.
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JOINT POWERS
BETWEEN
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CITY OF ROBBINSDALE AND CITY OF
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THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into by and between Three Rivers Park District,
(hereinafter referred to as "Park District"), the City of Robbinsdale (hereinafter referred to as
"Robbinsdale"), and the City of Golden Valley (hereinafter referred to as "Golden Valley");
and sometimes hereinafter collectively referred to as the "Parties."
WHEREAS, the Parties to this Agreement are units of government responsible for
providing park and trail services; and
WHEREAS, Robbinsdale owns parkland known as Sochacki Park and Golden Valley owns
parkiand known as Mary Hills and Rice Lake Nature Areas, all adjacent to one another and all
located in Hennepin County (hereinafter collectively referred to as the "Parkland"); and
WHEREAS, the Parties wish to cooperatively work together to provide regional park and trail
system services such as programming, education, natural resources management and facility
development in Golden Valley and Robbinsdale which have no Park District regional parks
through a partnership between the Parties.
THEREFORE,NOW in consideration of the mutual agreements erein er set forth, the
1. Purpose
The Parties seek to provide a recreational setting and opportunity for visitors to
experience wilderness in the city - a nature -based, parkland -themed on how nature restores
balance, with an emphasis on enhancing existing facilities, water quality improvements,
environmental education and outdoor recreation programming.
The Parties hereto are entering into this agreement pursuant to the provisions of
Minn.Stat. § 471.59.
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a. Membersh(p. Golden Valley and Robbinsdale and Three Rivers Park District
agree to establish, and appoint the following individuals to, a Governance Policy
Boa rd:
I) Park District: Chair and District Commissioner
2) Robbinsdale: Mayor and Council member
3) Golden Valley: Mayor and Council member
olicy Board duties® The board agrees to meet a minimum of once per -year and
more if needed which will be determined by the board. The board shall have the
following duties:
1) Consideration of dispute resolutions.
2) Agrees to appoint Operations Committee members who meet on an as -
needed basis to conduct business as appropriate.
3) Create operational bylaws for the Policy Board.
4) Review of budget and/or funding opportunities.
) Discuss park objectives and priorities, and review of Capital Improvement
Plan projects.
6) Take action on any policy items related to the Parkland.
a. Membership. Operations Committee members shall be Robbinsdale and Golden
Valley City Managers and/or their designees and Park District Superintendent
and/or designees.
b. Operations Committee duties. The Committee agrees to meet twice annually as
needed based on the determination of the majority of the Committee to
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1) Execution of the three-year Capital Improvement Plan projects (Exhibit
A). As public needs shift or change, the Operations Committee reserves
the right to refocus Parkland vision and capital projects to satisfy
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2) Recommend modification of the Joint Powers Agreement, as needed.
3) Other operational discussion items.
4. Dispute resolution
a..:.2.1 u.I.I.Q.in..._1PJrQK.. 'Jr .. In the event any Party believes that there has been an
incorrect interpretation of a term or condition of this Agreement, the other
Party has failed to perform an obligation under this Agreement or there has
otherwise been a violation of this Agreement, the respective City Council or
Park District Board shall adopt a resolutions stating the specific facts that they
believe give rise to the dispute. The resolution shall be immediately transmitted
to the Governance Policy Board upon its adoption by the respective City Council
or Park District Board. The Governance Policy Board shall consider the
resolution as the first order of business at its next regularly scheduled meeting
and must submit is resolution of the dispute within forty-five (45) days
thereafter by written communication to all Parties. The objecting Party may
accept or reject the determination of the Governance Policy Board, or withdraw
the dispute.
a. Parkland !Name. The Parkland is currently known separately as Sochacki Park,
Mary Hills Nature Area and Rice Lake Nature Area. Golden Valley agrees to re-
name its portion of the Parkland, Sochacki Park, in order to provide the
greatest benefit to the public. Mary Hills and Rice Lake Nature Areas will retain
their naming designations as management units.
b. Ownership. Robbinsdale will maintain ownership of the original Sochacki Park
parcel. Golden Valley will maintain ownership of its parcels, formerly known as
Mary Hills Nature Area and Rice Lake Nature Area. The Park District will not
own any lands.
c. Programming. The Park District is committed to providing environmental
education and recreation programming in the Parkland. Programming partners
may include, but are not limited to, municipalities, public schools, private non-
profits, and watershed jurisdictions.
d., eratiorns and maintenance,a
1) Park District Responsibilities within the Parkland:
i. All paved trail maintenance including but not limited to,
preventative surface treatment, trail inspection and maintenance,
and trail edge vegetation management;
ii. Winter trail maintenance including snow removal and surface
treatment, as deemed appropriate; and
iii. Maintenance of new and refurbished recreational facilities and
signage that are developed or redeveloped by the Parties,
including seasonal, routine or daily maintenance.
2) Robbinsdale responsibilities within its municipal jurisdiction:
i. Trash removal. If new trash receptacles are proposed, prior
approval must be given Robbinsdale staff.
ii. Maintenance of existing infrastructure until removed, or until
replaced or refurbished by the Parties, including but not limited
to the existing picnic shelter and boardwalk.
iii. City -owned utilities, infrastructure and storm water management.
3) Golden Valley responsibilities within its municipal jurisdiction:
i. Trash removal. If new trash receptacles are proposed, prior
approval must be given Golden Valley staff.
ii. Maintenance of existing infrastructure until removed, or until
replaced or refurbished by the Parties, including but not limited
to Rice Lake pier.
iii. City -owned utilities, infrastructure and storm water management.
4) Vegetative Management. The Parties, at their own discretion and within
their jurisdiction, agree that existing vegetative management programs
may continue within Parkland in Robbinsdale and in Golden Valley, and
that each party may develop additional vegetative management and
enhancement programs. The parties agree to update vegetative
management programs annually.
5) Wildlife Management. The Parties, at their own discretion and within their
jurisdiction, agree that existing wildlife management programs may
continue within Parkland in Robbinsdale and in Golden Valley, and that
each party may develop additional wildlife management and
enhancement programs. The parties agree to update wildlife
management programs annually.
6) Design and Construction. The Park District will assume responsibility for
coordination of design and construction of new or redesigned facilities,
with active participation on design and construction project teams by
appropriate staff from all Parties. However, each Party retains the right to
lead coordination of design and construction of new or refurbished
facilities within their jurisdiction, when agreed upon by all Parties. All
design plans shall be submitted to each Party for review and approval,
provided however, that approval shall not be unreasonably withheld.
6. Law enforcement.
The Parties agree that a separate Sochacki Park Law Enforcement Joint Powers
Agreement, which addresses each Parties' ordinance enforcement, will be incorporated into
this agreement by reference at a future date (separate document).
7. Signage.
The Park District will be responsible for providing all signage within the Parkland
this includes entrance signs and any signs relating to facilities, water quality, environmental
education, and outdoor recreation programming. All signage acknowledging the partnership
will be developed and the sign content and location(s) recommended by Operations
Committee.
S. Indemnity.
The Parties agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless each other, their
elected officials, officers, agents and employees from any liability, claims, demands,
personal injury, costs, judgments or expenses arising from the fault of any Party's actions in
design, ownership, development, maintenance or operations of the Parkland within their
own jurisdictions. Each party must provide proof of insurance upon request to the others.
9. Funding.
The Park District shall lead efforts to obtain the funding required to complete Parkland
capital improvements as identified in the three-year Capital Improvement Plan (referenced
in Item 3. b. 1.) shown in Exhibit A. The Park District Board of Commissioners reserves the
right to determine the amount of Park District capital funding to be provided for Parkland
capital projects through its Asset Management Program each year. Additional funding
sources for Parkland capital improvements may include all Parties, metropolitan, state,
federal and/or private sources. The Parties will continue to work together to explore and
secure outside capital and operational funding. No party shall be obligated to provide any
funding hereunder.
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This Joint Powers Agreement may be terminated by any Party hereto by written
notice at least one year prior to the date of the desired termination. In the event of such
termination, all facilities developed or redeveloped by the Parties pursuant to this
Agreement shall remain in use for regional recreation open space purposes as long as at
least one party agrees to continue to maintain and operate the facility or facilities upon
agreement by the landowner.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have caused this agreement to be executed by their
respective officers.
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Year 1 (2015)
1.1 Design remainder of trail through Parkland
1.2 Begin in-house design of trail connection to Theodore Wirth Regional Park
1.3 Assess small-scale natural resource projects to determine feasibility and
timing
1.4 Obtain community input on interactive art concept
1.5 Assess future year Capital needs and adjust Plan accordingly
1.6 Begin development of a long-term vegetation plan
Year 2 (2016)
2.1 Design off -leash dog -park, public input desired on location and design.
2.2 Design and preliminary engineering for trail connection to Theodore Wirth
Regional Park
.3 Assess need for Water Quality Plan and/or series of Best Management
Practices to improve water quality in Parkland
2.4 Conduct non -paved trail improvements
2.5 Add interactive installations as determined
2.6 Assess future year Capital needs and adjust Plan accordingly.
2.7 Pave remainder of trail through Parkland
Year 3 (2017)
3.1 If appropriate, begin Water Quality Plan and/or implement select Best
Management Practices
3.2 Construct Theodore Wirth Regional Park trail connection
3.3 Construct off -leash dog -park
3.4 Add interactive installation as determined
3.5 Assess future year Capital needs and adjust Plan accordingly
2018 and Beyond
Continue interactive installation program
Investigate trail connection along 36th Avenue between Sochacki Park and
Crystal Lake Regional Trail
Assess water access improvements to Rice Lake (boardwalks, teaching
platforms, carry -in boat access)
Provide drinking water (potentially done in conjunction with off -lease dog
park)
Provide permanent toilets (need driven by environmental education classes
with kids; and dog -park)
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