05-12-15 CM Agenda Packet AGENDA
Council/Manager Meeting
Golden Valley City Hall
7800 Golden Valley Road
Council Conference Room
May 12, 2015
6:30 pm
Pages
1. Receipt of Environmental Commission Annual Report and Environmental State 2-17
of the City Report (20 minutes)
2. Draft Natural Resources Management Plan (20 minutes) 18-226
3. Medicine Lake Road and DeCola Ponds Flood Mitigation Study Update 227
(45 minutes)
4. Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council Financial Update (15 minutes) 228-243
5. Hennepin County Tax-Forfeited Land - 840 Pennsylvania Avenue South 244-247
(Weavewood) (30 minutes)
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Executive Summary
Golden Valley Council/Manager Meeting
May 12, 2015
Agenda Item
1. Receipt of Environmental Commission 2014 Annual Report and Environmental State of the City
Report
Prepared By
Eric Eckman, Public Works Specialist
Jim Stremel, Chair, Environmental Commission
Summary
The Environmental Commission has completed an annual report summarizing its 2014
accomplishments and outlining its proposed work plan priorities for 2015. The Chair of the
Environmental Commission, Jim Stremel, will present a summary of the report at the May
Council/Manager meeting. The annual report is attached for reference.
In addition, City Council requested that the Environmental Commission prepare an Environmental
State of the City Report. ►n order to understand the current state of the environment, the
Commission felt it was important to first provide some background on its past accomplishments.
A list of the Commission's past projects and a brief summary of the City's current environmental
programs, projects and initiatives is included in the report.
Following discussion of this item, Council direction on the Environmental Commission's 2015
work plan is requested.
Attachments
• Environmental Commission 2014 Annual Report, dated April 2015 (12 pages)
• Environmental State of the City Report, dated May 2015 (3 pages)
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2014 ANNUAL REPORT
GOLDEN VALLEY ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
Prepared by Jim Stremel, Chair
April 2015
In accordance with Section 2.50, Subd. 4 of the Golden Valley City Code, and the bylaws of the
Environmental Commission, the Golden Valley Environmental Commission submits the
following summary of its 2014 activities and accomplishments, and the proposed
recommendations for the Commission's 2015 work plan priorities.
The primary focus of the Environmental Commission during 2014 was developing the City's first
Natura) Resources Management Plan.
In addition, at the monthly Commission meetings, program and project updates were routinely
received from staff. Updates provide the Commission with an opportunity to review and
provide comment on current projects and programs, from an environmental perspective, and
to identify issues that the Commission may want to address in the future.
Natural Resources Management Plan
The Commission worked jointly with the Open Space and Recreation Commission to develop a
draft plan that will be forwarded to City Council for review at a work session in the near future.
Major contributions include:
• Plan scoping process—the Commission provided a framework for the plan, including
brainstorming issues and concerns, and ideas that need to be incorporated into the
plan.
• Citizen Survey—the Commission developed a qualitative survey to solicit community
input on natural resources and the City's Nature Areas and Open Spaces.
• Vision, Goals and Objectives—the Commission provided direction to staff and the
consultant as the plan was developed.
Guidelines for City-owned Open Space parcels and right-of-way
In response to inquiries and requests from the public about City-owned vacant parcels and
unimproved rights-of-way, staff created an inventory of all City-owned open space parcels and
rights-of-way and asked the Commission for direction on how to respond to requests and also
encroachments, and explore ways to improve the use and appearance of these properties.
With input from City staff, the City Attorney, and other cities, the Commission created general
guidelines which are summarized in a memorandum from Eric Eckman, attached to this report.
These guidelines may be further refined and incorporated into the appendix of the Natural
Resources Management Plan or future natural resource communications to the public.
New Initiatives for Greener Practices
As directed by City Council, the Environmental Commission worked to develop a list of new
initiatives for greener practices that residents, businesses, or the larger community may engage
in. The Commission brainstormed to form a large list, organized it by category, and evaluated
the list to determine which ideas to recommend pursuing in 2015. Two ideas rose to the top of
the list:
• Composting and Organics/Food Waste Recycling options available to Golden Valley
residents
• Evaluation of transportation options and alternatives in Golden Valley
These items are discussed in a bit more detail below in the 2015 work plan priorities section of
this report. The full list of greener practices is attached to this report for reference.
Curbside Recycling Program
January 1, 2012 was the start of the City's single-sort curbside recycling program. The City has
been tracking the progress of its program, which is summarized in the attached memorandum
from Mark Ray.
Recommendations for 2015 Work Plan Priorities
The Commission is presenting the following initiatives as recommendations for its 2015 work
plan, in order of priority.
1. Composting and Organics/Food Waste Recycling
a. Explore the options available to Golden Valley residents
b. Research existing and emerging technologies and programs
c. Communicate information to citizens
2. Transportation Alternatives evaluation
a. Identify existing transportation options available to Golden Valley residents,
including a pedestrian infrastructure review.
b. Develop a communications plan to inform residents about the available
transportation options, including alternatives to automobile use.
c. Explore potential transportation planning efforts and efficiencies that would
enhance service within Golden Valley.
3. Natural Resources Management Plan (NRMP) implementation
a. Establish natural resource based educational topics
b. Develop a natural resources communications plan (including schedule)to better
inform residents about natural resources in Golden Valley
c. Oversee completion of a detailed field inventory of all City-owned open space
parcels, as recommended in NRMP
d. Explore the expansion of natural resource based citizen participation, volunteer
opportunities and grant opportunities and prioritize these efforts within the
nature areas and open spaces.
e. Help develop nature area sign and amenity design guidelines
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To: Golden Valley Environmental Commission
From: Eric Eckman, Public Works Specialist
Subject: Guidelines for City Open Space Parcels and Rights-of-Way
C: Rick Birno, Director of Parks and Recreation
Sandy Werts, Volunteer Coordinator
AI Lundstrom, Park Maintenance Supervisor
Open Space and Recreation Commission
Allen Barnard, City Attorney
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Since February 2014, the Environmental Commission has been discussing the City's vacant parcels
and unimproved rights-of-way scattered throughout the City, as well as MnDOT turnback
property located along Highway 100 and Interstate 394. These properties are not parks or nature
areas; they are generally considered "open spaces" and are not routinely managed or maintained
by the City. The Commission has been developing guidelines that will help the City manage these
properties with limited resources and provide direction when responding to requests from the
public. The Commission also suggested creating a menu of potential uses and land covers that
could be applied to these properties in the future.
The Commission hosted a roundtable discussion with the City's Volunteer Coordinator Sandy
Werts and Park Maintenance Supervisor AI Lundstrom, and visited several open space properties
in April to get a better understanding of the issues and opportur,ities present on these properties.
It was suggested that the City's inventory of approximately 130 open space parcels be divided
into three categories to provide better direction. The categories are:
1. Preserve as open space
2. Seek to transfer to adjacent property owner
3. Possible development potential
A map showing the open space parcels by category is attached to this memorandum. Larger maps
are available in the Engineering office.
The proposed guidelines and potential uses are listed below and will be considered for final
review at the June meeting. It is anticipated that the Commission's work on this task will serve to
benefit the City's volunteer program and will be included in the City's Natural Resource
Management Plan set to begin in July 2014.
Guidelines for Open Space properties
(These guidelines should be applied when evaluating properties or in response to requests from
the public.)
1. Review adopted City policies including those set forth in Comprehensive Plan Parks
Chapter and future Natural Resource Management Plan (NRMP).
2. Review proposal or requested action with Commissions, City Councit, and City Attorney,
as determined necessary.
3. Identify whether the property is located within a "greenway corridor," close to or
connecting to parks, nature areas,trails, wooded areas, or other public or private natural
areas. (Greenway corridors will be discussed during the development of the NRMP.)
4. Determine if property is needed for City functions and purposes such as public works
operations, stormwater management, recreation events and activities, utilities and
infrastructure, etc.
• Assess the property for the presence of public and private underground utilities or
above-ground facilities
• Preliminary wetland assessment
5. Determine whether property has deed restrictions or is tax forfeit with a specific intended
use as classified through the tax forfeit process (ponding, conservation, roadway, utility,
etc.).
6. Identify remnant or "sliver" properties and seek to transfer property to adjacent owner.
Retain drainage and utility easements when necessary. Consider requirement to replat
property, Explore use of easements for enjoyment or maintenance
7. Identify properties that have potential to be buildable and could be prepared for sale.
8. Determine if unimproved rights-of-way could be vacated and combined with adjacent
properties, especially if adjacent owner is maintaining.
9. Perform site visit with individual or group requesting action.
• Develop a list of items to look for or consider during the site visit.
10. Develop a contract similar to the adopt-a-park contract for a specific task/activity and for
a specified duration —one month, one year, two years, etc. (be clear about expectations
during and after expiration of the contract). City Attorney should review.
11. Consult with City Attorney to determine if a permit, agreement, easement or other
instrument is more appropriate than an adopt-park-contract for certain activities or uses.
12. Create a communications plan to be carried out prior to any action involving open space
properties. This should include informing adjacent property owners of any changes
proposed.
Potential Uses, Land Covers, and Activities
(Final guide or handout should include photo examples of uses and land covers that are
acceptable to the City, and lists of acceptable vegetation types, including native plantings.)
All work carried out by volunteers should include a site plan and narrative describing the project
in detail. The Gopher State One-call system must be notified and utilities marked prior to the
start of any work.
1. Create a communications plan to be carried out prior to any action involving open space
properties. This should include informing adjacent property owners of any changes
proposed.
2. Leave property as is or in its natural state.
3. Remove trash and debris.
4. Remove invasive species, noxious weeds, or aggressive native species.
5. Trim trees.
6. Remove trees and brush.
7. Plant trees and shrubs.
8. Establishment of native vegetation—shoreline, upland, prairie, grasses, wildflowers, etc.
9. Low maintenance grasses that require mowing 2-4 times per year.
10. Create native or natural vegetation buffers around water bodies.
11. Establish vegetation that encourages pollinators - bees, butterflies, other insects, birds.
12. Manicured turf or landscaping (and possibly irrigation), especially if property was
historically manicured.
13. Improvements that complement or enhance the open space including interpretive
signage, benches, fences, trails (including wood chip/mulch), and possibly retaining walls,
garbage/recycling bins, and picnic tables.
14. Stormwater practices such as infiltration, filtration, and bioretention basins (rain gardens),
and drainage swales.
15. Mulching, planting, installing plugs, seeding (only approved vegetation types).
16. Uses and purposes as classified through the tax forfeit process.
17. Uses consistent with the Comprehensive Plan Parks Chapter and NRMP.
18. Create a name and identity for the open space.
19. Neighborhood garden plots, herb gardens.
20. Community solar garden, or possibly other emerging sustainable energy practices.
21. Inspecting, monitoring, or reporting activities.
22. Study or analysis by students or experts.
23. A volunteer expert in the area of plant identification could help create an inventory of
vegetation present on each parcel.
Who can perform activities and improvements on Open Space properties?
1. Volunteer groups may perform a specific one-time task or opportunity.
2. Volunteers, neighborhood groups, or adjacent property owners may submit plans, obtain
approvals, and sign a contract with the City similar to the adopt-a-park program
(discussed in #10 of the guidelines above).
3. Sentencing to Service, Tree Trust, Minnesota Conservation Corps, or similar group may
perform a one-time task or ongoing maintenance activity.
4. Contractor or professional consultant retained by City to establish, maintain, or monitor
site (similar to City's native vegetation buffer contract).
5. City crews may perform a one-time task or ongoing maintenance activity, if resources are
made available.
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Recycling Tonnage
The amount of material collected over the past few years has been:
• 2014—2,153.42 tons (4,306,849 pounds)
• 2013 - 2,237.75 tons (4,475,497 pounds)
• 2012—2,361.95 tons (4,723,900 pounds)
The City has received various amounts of revenue sharing over the past few years. In general, the
trend for revenue sharing has been decreasing due to both market value declining, and a
decrease in the weight of materials collected. While the decrease in weight of materials collected
may sound like recycling is decreasing, manufacturers are also using less packaging, and
newspaper/other paper subscriptions/mailings are also on the decline.
• 2014 - $12,832.72
• 2013 - $22,364.67
• 2012 - $74,514.64
Multi-family/Commercial/Institutional Recycling
Currently, four properties participate in the program.
Recycling in the Parks
Recycling in the parks will resume April 1, 2015 (weather permitting) and continue until the end
of October (weather permitting). Recycling carts are permanently located at Brookview Park,
Brookview lawn Bowling, and Isaacson Park (Little League fields). Other recycling carts are moved
to various parks on a temporary basis depending on rentals or other needs.
Presentations
Staff presented at Peaceful Valley Montessori Academy in 2014. This was the second consecutive
year of the presentation.
Mighty Tidy Day
The annual Mighty Tidy Day was Saturday, October 11, at Brookview Park.
Attendance history:
• 2014—543 trips (made by 487 unique vehictes)
• 2013—549 trips
• 2012—488 trips
Items brought to the event included:
• 5,950 pounds of TVs
• 5,805 pounds of miscellaneous electronics
• 299 batteries
• 532 fluorescent bulbs
• 117 appliances
• 15.06 tons of trash
• 78 tires
• 9,726 pounds of paper was shredded
• Bridging collected 13,500 pounds of furniture and housewares (nearly an entire semi-
truck)
• PRISM filled their van and extra items were transported separately
Fall Leaf Drop
The Fall Leaf Drop continues to occur over three weekends in late October and early November.
• 2014- 1,238 unique vehicles made 2,267 trips to drop off leaves
• 2013 - 723 unique vehicles made 1,318 trips to drop off leaves
• 2012—1,216 unique vehicles made 2,202 trips to drop off leaves
2015 Fall Leaf Drop
The annual Fall Leaf Drop Off event will occur on the following days at Brookview Park:
• Saturday, October 31, from 8 am to 1 pm
• Friday, November 6, from 8 am to 4 pm
• Saturday, November 7, from 8 am to 1 pm
• Saturday, November 14, from 7 am to 1 pm
2014 Initiatives—Check-in
1. Have more residents sign up for the City's recycling updates email listserve. As of earlier
this year (2015), 1,160 emails (some being City staff) are registered to receive updates.
This is a 36% increase from 851 emails at the start of 2014.
2. Mail a recycling informational flyer to all curbside recycling customers in early 2013. This
is done as part of the requirement from Hennepin County for recycling education efforts.
The mailing occurred in late 2014 as part of a coordinated communication effort to
educate residents not to put carts in the street due to the impact on street maintenance
operations.
3. Continue to evaluate the recycling in the Parks pilot program. Due to the success of this
program, it is no longer considered a pilot program, While the number of parks has not
expanded, the number of carts in the parks has increased due to demand.
4. Provide more promotion on Hennepin County's A-to-Z Guide for Disposal, Choose to
Reuse Program, Recycle Half, and Fix-It Clinics. This effort will continue in 2015, The City
also hosted a Fix-It-Clinic in December 2014 and hopes to repeat this in 2015.
2015 Initiatives
1. Continue to promote residents signing up for the City's recycling updates emai) listserve.
2. Mail a recycling informational flyer to all curbside recycling customers in late 2015.
3. Continue the Recycling in the Parks program.
4. Continue to promote Hennepin County's A-to-Z Guide for Disposal, Choose to Reuse
Program, Recycle Half, and Fix-It Clinics.
Suggestions for Greener Practices Commission Council �Mayar How ta Implement Incentnres/Disincentives
RecyciingJSolid Waste Hauling/Compost
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Designated eco-mixed use areas{solar powered sidewaiks,
green housin�,cammunity gardens} I X
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Water conservation(e.g.home audits} X , X
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incentives far using compost bins,rain barrels,converting X
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Work with schoo!districts and bus companies to identify
greener practices(idle reduction} X
Electric o�hybrid vehicle that makes regular circle route of City.. X
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ENVIRONMENTAL STATE OF THE CITY REPORT
Prepared by Jim Stremel, Chair of the Environmental Commission
May 2015
The City of Golden Valley has demonstrated a strong commitment to the environment and has
been involved in a number of environmental programs, projects and initiatives since the
formation of the Environmental Commission on June 26, 2000, From natural resources to
recycling to solar energy, the City continues to take steps to improve the environment.
Following is a brief summary of the Environmental Commission's past projects and the City's
current environmental programs, projects, and initiatives.
Environmental Commission Past Projects
• Natural Resources Management Plan
• Drafted guidelines for managing Open Space parcels
• Studying and making recommendation on the keeping of chickens
• Curbside recycling program - new and expanded service
• Residential solid waste study- new hauler regulations
• Informing the 2008 Comprehensive planning process
• U.S. Mayor's Climate Protection Agreement
• Sanitary Sewer Inflow and Infiltration ordinance, communications and education plan
• Lighting ordinance
• Property Maintenance Code
• No Smoking Ordinance
• Trash and recycling in parks and along trails
• Involved in Deer Management Task Force
• Buckthorn control initiative
• Provide guidance and feedback on surface water management issues
• Envision Golden Valley- reviewed and provided action items on environmental themes
• Receive regular updates on City programs, policies, and initiatives- review and provide
information to staff
City's Current Environmental Programs, Projects, and Initiatives
Energy
• U.S. Mayor's Climate Protection Agreement
• B3 Benchmarking (Buildings, Benchmarks, and Beyond) - Like your energy bills at home, local
governments can track usage and progress on their own buildings and also compare with
neighbors
• Building renovation and remodeling
• LED Traffic Signal retrofit
• Campus LED Outdoor Lighting retrofit
• Solar Arrays- Made in MN Solar Incentive Program
• Instrumentation for sweepers, plow trucks and sidewalk machines to improve operations,
reduce fuel, and better target the application of chemicals used in snow and ice control
Water Resources
� NPDES Stormwater Management Program
o Comprehensive program with over 50 best management practices in place to protect
and improve water quality
o Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL)Studies and Implementation plans
o New development/redevelopment must consider including green stormwater practices
like filtration/infiltration/reuse in order to reduce runoff rates,volume, and phosphorus
and sediment loads, where feasible
• Floodplain Management
o City participates in FEMA NFIP- anyone in community can get flood insurance
0 2014 -applied and accepted into FEMA Community Rating System (CRS) Program - 1 of
over 1,200 cities in country. Eligible participants may receive discounts on flood
insurance.
• Wetland Conservation Act
o Golden Valley is the local governmental unit responsible for administration
0 24 wetland delineations or decisions produced in past 5 years
• Sanitary Sewer Inflow and Infiltration Program
o Citywide about 50%inspected and 40%compliant in about 9 years
• City and BCWMC water resource projects-wetland and floodplain creation, construction of
ponds and rain gardens, streambank stabilization projects
Recycling
• Recycling Program
o Parks with heavy use added to program - Brookview Shelters, Brookview Tennis
program, Isaacson Little League
• Spring Brush pick-up program
o Collected 2,800 cubic yards of brush during 3 week period
• Fall Leaf Drop Off
• Midy Tidy Program
• Recycling of wood, brush, yard waste materials and soil to Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux
community
Natural Resources
• Natural Resources Inventory and Natural Resources Management Plan
• City Nature Areas- 11 (includes General Mills JFB), 155 acres (excludes General Mills JFB)
• City Open Space parcels- 130 properties, 67 acres
� Hennepin County Sentencing to Service (STS) program
o Litter and debris removal
o Stormwater pond maintenance
o Landscape maintenance, buckthorn removal
Vegetation Management
• Native Vegetation Buffers
0 25 buffers managed under annual contract
0 57 maintenance agreements for stormwater ponds/basins with buffers
o Estimate additional 20 native or natural buffers managed by others
o New development subject to City and BCWMC buffer requirements
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• Shoreline restoration/enhancement
o Public projects: Over 2 miles of stream banks stabilized
o Private projects: Over 30 properties have stabilized their own shoreline
• Conservation easements
0 20 properties have restrictions regarding vegetation &shorelines
• Sustainable vegetation management in Parks
o Phased mowing reductions- minimize and naturalize certain areas of parks that are not
programed: Schied Park hill, Glenview Terrace Park hill, Brookview Tennis hill.
o Native grasses added to lawn bowling hill
o Golf Course pond buffers 2015-2017
Forestry
• Tree City USA
• Inventory of Public Trees
• Emerald Ash Borer Management Plan
o Hundreds of trees removed and planted as part of the EAB plan
0 2014- 30 ash trees removed from city parks and boulevards, 67 shade trees planted in
city parks and right-of-way
o EAB quarantine -Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Houston, Olmstead, Winona
counties
• Diseased tree notices, removals
o In 2014-Over 158 diseased elms identified and removed on private and public
property. Oak wilt disease and Bur Oak Blight were found in the city.
• Buckthorn Management
0 8 weed wrenches available to residents
o Volunteer buckthorn busting efforts in Brookview Golf Course, Hampshire (6th year),
Wesley (3'd year)
o City staff buckthorn removals in rights-of-way
• Tree Trust partnership
Administrative
• Ordinances
o Stormwater Management
o Shoreland Management
o Floodplain Management
o Tree Preservation - in process of updating and merging with landscape requirements
o Planned Unit Development
o Animal Waste
o Feeding of Deer
o Shade Tree Diseases
o Lawn Maintenance (allowing for native vegetation upon permit)
o Application of fertilizers and pesticides
o Regulating coal-tar based sealer products
• Permits/Licenses
o Stormwater Management permits- approximately 90 permits/year since 2000
o Tree Preservation permits- 11 issued in 2014
o Native Vegetation permit- 1 issued since inception
o Chicken keeping-2 current licenses, 5 licenses granted since inception
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Executive Summary
Golden Valley Council/Manager Meeting
May12, 2015
Agenda Item
2. Natural Resources Management Plan
Prepared By
Eric Eckman, Public Works Specialist
Summary
The Environmental Commission has been working jointly with the Open Space and Recreation
Commission in developing a Natural Resources Management Plan (NRMP) for the review and
consideration of City Council. It is requested that the attached draft be reviewed for content only,
as the final version will be published in an attractive web based format with photos, graphics, and
web links integrated into the text. If approved, it is anticipated that the plan will serve as a guide
for preserving, protecting, restoring, and enhancing the City's natural resources, including the
resources and amenities in its many nature areas and open spaces. The plan could also be
included as a chapter in the City's next comprehensive plan update.
Staff will be present to discuss the major components of the plan and answer questions.
Following discussion, it is requested that direction be given to the Environmental Commission
and staff on next steps.
Attachments
• Draft Natural Resources Management Plan dated May 12, 2015 (208 pages)
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Natural Resources Management Pian
DRAFT May 12, 2015
Unformatted draft for review
Acknowledgements
City Council
Shep Harris, Mayor
Joanie Clausen
Larry Fonnest
Steve Schmidgall
Andy Snope
Environmental Commission
Jim Stremel, Chair
Tracy Anderson
Lynn Gitelis
Tonia Golanska
Dawn Hill ��
Larry Johnson
Debra Yahle
Open Space and Recreation Commission
Bob Mattison, Chair
Roger Bergman
John Cornelius
Kelly Kuebelbeck
Gillian Rosenquist
Anne Saffert
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Jerry Sandler
Dawn Speltz
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Daniel Steinberg
U of MN Department of Forest Resources
Faculty and students that produced the 2012 Student Project in Golden Valley
City Staff
Rick Birno
Eric Eckman
AI Lundstrom
Jeff Oliver
Tim Teynor
Cheryl Weiler
Consultant
SEH, Inc.
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Contents
Section1: Introduction....................................................................................
Section2: Background ...................................................................................
Section 3: Goals, Objectives and Policies .........................................................
Section 4: Issues and Needs ...........................................................................
Section 5: Natural Resource Management Strategies ..........................................
Section 6: Implementation ..............................................................................
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List of Figures
Figure 1-1. Planning Approach (to be included)
Figure 1-2. Use of Plan (to be included)
Figure 2-0. Location Map(will change to Figure 2-1)
Figure 2-1. Bedrock Geology
Figure 2-2. Surficial Geology
Figure 2-3. Slopes ����
Figure 2-4. Soil Te�ure
Figure 2-5. Soil Series
Figure 2-6. Watershed
Figure 2-7. Surficial Hydrology
Figure 2-9. Pre-European Settlement Vegetation
Figure 4-1. 2013 Land Cover
Figure 4-2 Land Cover Acres Distribution
Figure 4-4 2012 Aerial
Figure 4-3. Existing Nature Areas and Open Spaces
Figure 5-1. Golden Valley Nature Areas Aerial (To be included)
Figure 5-2. Adeline Nature Area Aerial
Figure 5-3. Adeline Nature Area Land Cover
Figure 5-4. Adeline Nature Area Invasive Species
Figure 5-5. Adeline Nature Area Existing Amenities
Figure 5-6. Adeline Nature Area Concept Plan
Photographs
Figure 5-7. Bassett Creek Nature Area Aerial
Figure 5-8. Bassett Creek Nature Area Land Cover
Figure 5-9. Bassett Creek Nature Area Invasive Species
Figure 5-10. Bassett Creek Nature Area Existing Amenities
Figure 5-11. Bassett Creek Nature Area Concept Plan
Photographs
Figure 5-12. Briarwood Nature Area Aerial
Figure 5-13. Briarwood Nature Area Land Cover
Figure 5-14. Briarwood Nature Area Invasive Species
Figure 5-15. Briarwood Nature Area Existing Amenities
Figure 5-16. Briarwood Nature Area Concept Plan
Photographs
Figure 5-17. General Mills Nature Preserve Aerial
Figure 5-18. General Mills Nature Preserve Land Cover
Figure 5-19. General Mills Nature Preserve Invasive Species
Figure 5-20. General Mills Nature Preserve Existing Amenities
Figure 5-21. General Mills Nature Preserve Concept Plan
Photographs
Figure 5-22. Golden Ridge Nature Area Aerial
Figure 5-23. Golden Ridge Nature Area Land Cover
Figure 5-24. Golden Ridge Nature Area Invasive Species =
Figure 5-25. Golden Ridge Nature Area Existing Amenities _.
Figure 5-26. Golden Ridge Nature Area Concept Plan
Figure 5-27. Laurel Avenue Greenbelt Nature Area Aerial (scale that shows all three areas)
Figure 5-28. Laurel Avenue Greenbelt Nature Area (Ring Ponds)Aerial
Figure 5-29. Laurel Avenue Greenbelt Nature Area(Ring Ponds) Land Cover
Figure 5-30. Laurel Avenue Greenbelt Nature Area (Ring Ponds) Invasive Species
Figure 5-31. Laurel Avenue Greenbelt Nature Area(Ring Ponds) Existing Amenities
Figure 5-32. Laurel Avenue Greenbelt Nature Area (Ring Ponds) Nature Area Concept Plan
Figure 5-33. Laurel Avenue Greenbelt Nature Area (Cortlawn Pond)Aerial
Figure 5-34. Laurel Avenue Greenbelt Nature Area(Cortlawn Pond) Land Cover
Figure 5-35. Laurel Avenue Greenbelt Nature Area(Cortlawn Pond) Invasive Species
Figure 5-26. Laurel Avenue Greenbelt Nature Area(Cortlawn Pond) Existing Amenities
Figure 5-37. Laurel Avenue Greenbelt Nature Area (Cortlawn Pond) Nature Area Concept Plan
Figure 5-38. Laurel Avenue Greenbelt Nature Area (Brunswick Ave)Aerial
Figure 5-39. Laurel Avenue Greenbelt Nature Area(Brunswick Ave) Land Cover
Figure 5-40. Laurel Avenue Greenbelt Nature Area(Brunswick Ave) Invasive Species
Figure 5-41. Laurel Avenue Greenbelt Nature Area (Brunswick Ave) Existing Amenities
Figure 5-42. Laurel Avenue Greenbelt Nature Area (Brunswick Ave) Concept Plan
Photographs
Figure 5-43. Mary Hills Nature Area Aerial
Figure 5-44. Mary Hills Nature Area Land Cover
Figure 5-45. Mary Hills Nature Area Land Invasive Species
Figure 5-46. Mary Hills Nature Area Existing Amenities
Photographs
Figure 5-47. Pennsylvania Woods Nature Area Aerial
Figure 5-48. Pennsylvania Woods Nature Area Land Cover
Figure 5-49. Pennsylvania Woods Nature Area Invasive Species
Figure 5-50. Pennsylvania Woods Nature Area Existing Amenities
Figure 5-51. Pennsylvania Woods Nature Area Concept Plan
Photographs
Figure 5-52. Rice Lake Nature Area Aerial �
Figure 5-53. Rice Lake Nature Area Land Cover
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Figure 5-54. Rice Lake Nature Area Land Invasive Species �'��:
Figure 5-55. Rice Lake Nature Area Existing Amenities
Figure 5-56. Rice Lake Nature Area Concept Plan(To be included)
Photographs
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Figure 5-57. Western Avenue Marsh Nature Area Aerial
Figure 5-58. Western Avenue Marsh Nature Area Land Cover
Figure 5-59. Western Avenue Marsh Nature Area Invasive Species
Figure 5-60. Western Avenue Marsh Nature Area Existing Amenities
Figure 5-61. Western Avenue Marsh Nature Area Concept Plan
Photographs
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Section 1 : Introduction
Why is it so important for Golden Valley to plan for and manage its natural resources? Because
the benefits of being surrounded by a healthy natural environment are many. They include a
clean and abundant supply of groundwater, surface water; clean air to breathe; and a healthy
mix of terrestrial and aquatic habitats, such as forests, prairies, and wetlands. These features
are necessary to promote a vibrant and diverse human, animal and plant community. Although
not always visible, but every bit as important, is their contribution to the quality of life enjoyed by
Golden Valley residents.
While natural resources are part of what makes up the urban environment of the City— both
public and private -those publicly owned spaces that have been identified as Nature Areas,
Nature Preserves, Greenbelts, and Open Spaces will be the primary focus of this Natural
Resources Management Plan (NRMP).
An overarching goal of this plan is to provide the City and the community with natural resources
management information, i.e., how to rid one's property of buckthorn, etc., volunteer
opportunities (nature area clean-up), and inspiration (public outreach) with the hope of creating
a public-private partnership to care for all of the green and natural areas within the city-
regardless of ownership.
Purpose of the Plan
The purpose of the NRMP is to guide decision makers and staff on how to best manage Golden
Valley's natural resources (water, land, vegetation, and wildlife) based on the community's
vision, goals, objectives, and policies. It will help determine what actions could best be taken to
help preserve, protect, restore, and enhance the City of Golden Valley's nature areas, green
corridors, and open spaces.
Planning Process
The City of Golden Valley hired Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc. (SEH) in 2014 to work with the
Environmental Commission, the Open Space and Recreation Commission, City staff, and the
public to prepare the Natural Resources Management Plan (NRMP). Planning efforts began by
reviewing related planning documents including the updated Natural Resources Inventory and
Parks and Land Use sections of the City's 2008 Comprehensive Plan. A community survey was
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also developed requesting input from residents on the existing nature areas and on their future
desires and needs.
The Plan includes goals, objectives, policies, natural resource management recommendations,
specific nature area management action plans, and an implementation program identifying
specific and achievable projects, include priorities, timelines and responsibilities.
Plan Approach
The planning process goes well beyond reacting to problems after they occur and, for the
purposes of this Plan, the following action steps define the general approach to developing the
plan:
1. Assess the current condition of natural resources based on the 2013 Natural
Resources Inventory Update.
2. Review related planning and natural resource management efforts
3. Garner public input on Golden Valley's natural resources including condition and use
of nature areas and open spaces.
4. Identify issues and needs based on Public, Environmental and Open Space and
Recreation Commissions, Nature Area evaluations, and City staff knowledge.
5. Establish realistic, attainable, and affordable goals, objectives, and policies.
6. Develop a process to implement those goals, objectives, and policies. Develop
management strategies and action plans for specific nature areas, based on an
Adaptive Management model for achieving goals and objectives.
7. Identify opportunities to provide natural resource education and community
involvement, including volunteer opportunities.
8. Identify partnerships and grant opportunities to help the City achieve its natural
resource objectives.
2013 Natural Resources Inventory Update
Golden Valley's desire to develop a natural resources management plan is not a new idea. The
impetus began back in the late 1990s with a discussion among residents, City staff and the
Environmental Commission, which had been established by the City Council. The results of that
dialogue resulted in a list of natural resource based needs for the City. The needs included:
Golden Valley Natural Resources Management Plan 2015 INTRODUCTION Page 2
• Controlling nuisance (invasive) vegetation in wetland and upland plant communities
within the city.
• Identifying restorable ecological communities on city property.
• Identifying potential green space and greenways.
• Inventorying rare or uncommon plant species.
• Conducting a wetland quality assessment.
It was decided at that time the implementation of management plans and management
strategies would be the best approach to solving these identified issues. To begin the planning
process, it was determined that the City's natural resources needed to be inventoried.
Fortunately for Golden Valley, the 1990's was the beginning of a collaborative effort to complete
vegetative mapping of the entire Twin Cities Metro Area. Participants included the Metropolitan
Council (Met Council), the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MNDNR), and county
and city governments. Coinciding with this effort was work done by the MNDNR to develop a
new vegetative and land use mapping system known as the Minnesota Land Cover
Classification System (MLCCS). This method was to be used statewide, and while completed in
portions, it integrated and standardized land use classifications for more effective and efficient
use.
In 2001, by recommendation of the City's Environmental Commission, the City Council issued a
resolution to prepare a natural resources inventory. Golden Valley participated in the MNDNR
"Metro Greenways Planning Grant"that required a 50 percent match from the City. The
following year, the City commissioned SEH to complete a natural resources inventory
throughout the city, using the MLCCS classification system.
An update of the natural resources inventory was completed in 2013, and followed the same
methodologies and land use definitions of the 2002 inventory. High resolution 2013 aerial
photographs were used to review changes to land use in the 10 years between the two surveys.
The two primary purposes were to track the gain or loss of natural areas, and the change in
percentage of invasive species present.
In general, the changes made to the inventory were relatively minor. A total of 73.69 acres of
land changed classification, and of that roughly half were clarifications that could be made using
better resolution on the 2013 aerial photographs. The changes constitute a little over 1% of the
Golden Valley Natural Resources Management Plan 2015 INTRODUCTION Page 3
land area of Golden Valley. A summary of some of the more significant changes are
summarized below.
Area 1 —General Mills: The General Mills Corporation completed a major expansion of their
corporate center. This expansion resulted in an increase of new buildings and parking lot, and a
reduction of forested habitat.
Area 2 —General Mills Nature Preserve: The City of Golden Valley completed the construction
of a wetland bank, which added emergent marsh, native prairie, and expanded the floodplain of
Bassett Creek.
Area 3— Residential Development: Several small residential developments occurred. Most
notable is the development of the wooded ridge between Twin and Sweeney Lakes.
Area 4— New Storm Water Ponds: Through completion of the City's Pavement Management
Program, the City added several storm water ponds for additional water quality treatment.
Both the 2002 and 2013 inventories both reviewed the cover of invasive species within the
nature areas, open spaces, and parks. Of particular interest was the percentage cover of
buckthorn, although coverage of reed canary grass, purple loosestrife, smooth brome grass,
and crown vetch were also measured. Between 2002 and 2013, the overall coverage of invasive
species has not changed significantly. Buckthorn, for example, is still prevalent, and can be
found throughout the city. Management efforts, however, have demonstrated improvements.
Decreasing density can be verified in areas where active management of buckthorn has
occurred. Where management has not occurred, some areas are relatively unchanged, or
buckthorn density has increased. Specific changes are discussed in the individual nature area
descriptions, but the overall message is that effective control takes a dedicated program, many
hours of implementation, and is most effective when coordinated at a large scale.
Review of Related Plans, Studies and Programs
A number of planning and management efforts related to natural resources have taken place
within the city of Golden Valley and surrounding area within recent years. This document builds
upon the work done by Golden Valley and other groups and governmental entities. It is
important to understand that this body of work serve as working documents. As such, the intent
of this plan is to complement, not conflict, with information found within these key documents.
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The following is a summary of the natural resource-related policies, goals, and studies used in
development of the NRMP.
Envision Golden Valley, A Shared Vision for Go/den Valley's Future(2002): A Visioning
Guide produced by the City of Golden Valley and the Golden Valley Rotary that summarized
input from the city's residents to create a shared vision on topics such as development,
transportation, community engagement, environment, recreation, and government. The vision of
the NRMP is based in part upon the environmental section of this guide.
City of Golden Valley Comprehensive Plan 2008-2018 (2008): A decennial update to its
(1999) comprehensive plan produced by the City. The Plan contains natural resource related
chapters including Parks (Chapter 6) and Surface Water(Chapter 10). While a Natural
Resources Chapter was not included in this update, a brief section discussing the Nature Areas
and Preserves of the city including objectives and policies was included in the Parks Chapter of
the comprehensive Plan.
Emerald Ash Borer Management Plan (2010): The plan was produced in 2010 and updated
by the City of Golden Valley in 2012 to outline Golden Valley's objectives and approaches to be
used to meet current and anticipated impact of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) on the City's urban
forest resource. The plan is also to be used as a pest management blueprint for staff and
residents to follow.
A Sustainable Vegetation Management Plan for Golden Valley(2012): A report produced by
University of Minnesota students in cooperation with the City of Golden Valley and the College
of Food, Agricultural and Nature Resources. The study addressed options for sustainable
management of the City's natural resources with the overall goal of creating a plan that would
increase aesthetic and ecological benefits throughout the parks, ponds, and golf course, while
lowering maintenance costs. Students presented their ideas and recommendations to the
Environmental and Open Space and Recreation Commissions, City Council, and staff. One
recommendation was the development of a Natural Resources Management Plan (NRMP),
which the Environmental Commission included as the top priority in its 2013 work plan.
City of Golden Valley, MN, Natural Resources Inventory& Minnesota Land Cover
Classification System Mapping, Hennepin County Department of Environmental Services
(2008): A city-wide inventory and Minnesota Land Cover Classification System mapping of
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Golden Valley's natural resources prepared by Hennepin County. The inventory includes a
natural resource inventory, results, and management recommendations. The Hennepin County
inventory is similar to what was prepared by the City of Golden Valley in 2002.
Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission (BCWMC) Watershed Management
Plan (2004): The plan provides information on climate and precipitation, topography, soils,
geology and groundwater resources, land use and public utilities, surface water resource
information, natural communities and rare species, and pollutant sources in the Bassett Creek
Watershed. The plan also outlines issues, goals and policies related to water quality, flooding
and rate control, erosion and sediment control, stream restoration, wetland management,
groundwater, public ditches, and public involvement and information.
Bottineau Light Rail Transit Corridor(LRT) and Station: A proposed dedicated transit way
that would extend from downtown Minneapolis to northern Brooklyn Park. The line would travel
through Golden Valley along the Burlington Northern Sante Fe Railroad Corridor. Also
proposed are potentially two LRT stations planned for Golden Valley—one at Plymouth Avenue
and one at Golden Valley Road. While there is an opportunity to create a gateway into Golden
Valley along the corridor, there is concern how its development would impact the natural
resources along the corridor, particularly in the Mary Hills Nature Area.
Sochacki Park/Mary Hills/Rice Lake Nature Area Initiative: A 2014 initiative between Three
Rivers Park District, and the cities of Robbinsdale and Golden Valley to explore opportunities for
creating a joint partnership parks complex. The complex made up of Robbinsdale's Sochacki
Park and Golden Valley's Mary Hills and Rice Lake Nature Areas would provide a range of
natural resource based activities including additional trail connections between Sochacki Park,
Mary Hills and Rice Lake Nature Areas, and to the future Crystal Lake and Bassett Creek
Regional Trails. Proposed projects would also include water quality improvement and invasive
species management, an increased vegetative buffer adjacent to the propose Bottineau LRT,
and an off-leash dog exercise area.
Theodore Wirth Park Master Plan: A Master Plan for Theodore Wirth Regional Park is being
developed by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, with adoption planned for 2015. The
focus of the plan is two-fold. The first is to protect and enhance Wirth Park's unique natural and
ecological resources and the second is ensure that Wirth Park's natural resources will be a
catalyst for recreational and visitor experiences.
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Public Participation
Community input is key to natural resource management planning including the management of
the city's nature areas. Understanding the needs, desires and concerns help to determine future
priorities, such as, vegetative management and provisions for amenities within the nature areas
such as trails, benches along the trails, water access, habitat education signs, and pet clean-up
systems.
Project Committee Meetings
The overall design and execution of the natural resources planning process relied on monthly
Environmental Commission meetings and joint meetings with the Open Space and Recreation
Commission that were open to the public and meetings with City staff. Meetings focused on the
planning process, issues and opportunities, planning element updates and reviews.
Community Survey
To help inform the planning process, the City of Golden Valley developed an on-fine Natural
Resources Survey. The purpose was to obtain input from citizens regarding Golden Valley's
natural resources, nature areas, and open spaces early on in the process. Questions asked
ranged from which nature areas/open spaces do people visit and why to user satisfaction with
the quality of the nature areas. Questions also asked what could be changed to improve the
nature areas and what was felt to be most effective in protecting them. The survey also asked if
responders would be interested in volunteer opportunities related to maintaining and enhancing
Golden Valley's nature areas.
Organization of the Plan
The Natural Resources Management Plan is presented in six sections with accompanying
appendices and is described as follows:
Introduction: Describes the Plan's purpose, planning process, approach, 2013 Natural
Resources Inventory Update summary, related planning, study and program efforts, public
participation, and organization and use of the Plan.
Background: Provides a summary of Golden Valley's regional setting and natural history
including geology, geomorphology, soils, hydrology, pre-settlement vegetation, existing land
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cover conditions, current natural resource management practices and natural resource related
public outreach and education programs.
Goals, Objectives, and Policies: Provides a planning and management framework including
the formulation of a vision statement, along with goals, objectives and policies based on current
conditions and issues and needs identified by the Environmental and Open Space and
Recreation Commissions, city staff, and public input.
Issues and Needs: Provides a summary of key issues and opportunities related to the overall
condition and management of Golden Valley's natural resources. This section also provides a
summary of issues and opportunities pertaining to the nature areas, green corridors, and open
spaces in the city. Issue analyses and needs assessments are based on results of the 2002
Natural Resources Inventory and 2013 update, review of related planning studies, meetings with
City commissions and staff, community survey and site evaluations.
Natural Resource Management Strategies: Provides a series of prioritized recommendations
for each city-maintained nature area including vegetation management, restoration,
enhancement and site amenity improvements such as signs, trails, benches, fences, etc. Also
includes recommendations for more general management strategies that can be applied across
all nature areas and open spaces in the City.
Implementation: Provides guidance for maintaining accountability, monitoring activities,
procuring funding, developing procedures and regulations, and community education and
involvement.
Appendices: Provides supplemental material.
Use of the Plan
The Natural Resources Management Plan presents a vision for the future management of
Golden Valley's natural resources and a framework for community action. The Plan is derived
through public input and is based on the community vision, goals, objectives and policies. City
Council, commission members, staff, other governmental entities, organization or any citizen
interested in the city's vision for managing its natural resources, particularly Golden Valley's
Nature Areas will find this document useful for understanding the goals, objectives and policies
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guiding land acquisition, improvements and maintenance. City staff will use this document to
establish priorities and annual work plans for natural resource related projects.
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Section 2: Background
Introduction
This section provides a background information related to Golden Valley's location within the
Twin Cities Metro Area. It also provides a brief discussion of the natural conditions found below,
within, and at the surface of the city's landscape. This includes topics on geology, hydrology,
soils, pre-European settlement vegetation, wildlife and existing land use.
Since the plan is intended to guide natural resource management practices including public
outreach and education programs and funding procurement, this section also includes a
discussion of existing management efforts.
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Location
The City of Golden Valley is a well-established first ring suburb located in Hennepin County
(Figure 2.0). It is bordered by the cities of New Hope, Crystal, and Robbinsdale to the north,
Minneapolis to the east, St. Louis Park to the south and west and Plymouth to the west.
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Natural Resources
The City of Golden Valley contains a rich stock of natural resources that contribute to the
community's character, health and quality of life. Preservation, conservation and enhancement
of these resources are critical to the community.
The City's natural resources include air, water, and land, and a range of soil types including
those that are suitable for woodland, forest and native prairie management and enhancement,
native plant communities, diverse wildlife, and a number of lakes, streams, and wetlands.
To gain a better understanding of Golden Valley's natural resources, a brief discussion of
resources that that lie below the ground (geological features), in the ground (soil characteristic)
and on the ground (water bodies, streams and wetlands, and vegetation) are included in this
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Below everything that is visible at the surface of the earth is a continuous, complex layer of solid
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sediments, vegetation and man-made structures. Bedrock is seen at the surface of the
landscape as "outcrops," and occasionally observed as road cuts or through excavation. It is
the bedrock materials that provide insight into the history of the earth. It also helps to define the
structural character of the landscape and provides the beautiful scenic views when exposed as
can be seen driving along the Mississippi and Minnesota Rivers.
Figure 2.1 shows the bedrock underlying the majority of Golden Valley to consist of St. Peter
Sandstone, a soft pure quartz sand layer sandwiched between the Prairie du Chien group,
(hard limestone/dolomite) and Platteville & Glenwood formations (finer grained and softer
limestone).
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The Platteville bedrock formation is composed of fine-grained limestone containing thin partings
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formations range in thickness between 5 and 30 feet.
St. Peter Sandstone
St. Peter Sandstone is composed of fine-to medium-grained quartz sandstone towards the
upper half of the layer and multi-colored beds of mudstone, siltstone, and shale with very course
sandstone embedded within. This layer's average thickness is about 150 feet.
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Surficial Geology
As with most of Minnesota, the Golden Valley landscape was formed by continental glaciers that
covered large portions of Minnesota through multiple advances and retreats. . The movement of
the advancing glaciers, followed by periods of inelting, create a topography of gently rolling to
steep hills, wetlands, and lakes. The glaciers are named by the various lobes, and the extent
that they advanced. Golden Valley includes material left behind from the Des Moines and
Grantsburg advances. Holocene deposits are those that formed after the glaciers had
retreated, and include accumulation of organic material in extensive wetlands, and material
placed by flowing water. The surficial deposits associated with the most recent glacial and post
glacial periods are identified in Figure 2.2.
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Slopes
Identifying steep slopes within the city are important because they typically limit the amount,
type, and location of development. However, they also provide opportunities for open space
conservation and wildlife habitat enhancement, as this may be the most suitable land use for
areas that are too steep to be developed.
Golden Valley is predominantly characterized by slopes ranging between 2 to 12% (Figure 2.3).
The steepest slopes (18-30%) occur primarily on the eastern edge of the city with a larger area
concentration near the northeast corner just north and east of Mary Hills Nature Area. The only
area on the west side of the city with steep slopes is located just south of General Mills
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Soils and Soil Textures
Approximately half of the soils within the City are mapped as Urban Land, which indicates that it
has been disturbed through cut and fill activities, or has been replaced with other material and is
not the soil that originally formed in that location. Where native soils remain, they tend to be
composed of loam (an equal mixture of sands, silts, and clays) or coarser material (sandy loam,
loamy sand, and loamy fine sand). This reflects the glacial origination of the soils, and the
subsequent deposition of materials following glacial retreat. Muck soils are present along
historic waterways and older wetland complexes.
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Hydrology
Watersheds and Surficial Hydrology
The primary waterway within Golden Valley is Bassett Creek, which has a large watershed
encompassing more than 40 square miles within the cities of Crystal, Golden Valley, Medicine
Lake, Minneapolis, Minnetonka, New Hope, Plymouth, Robbinsdale and St. Louis Park. The
Bassett Creek watershed includes the main branch of Bassett Creek, which originates at the
outlet of Medicine Lake, and the Sweeney Lake branch of Bassett Creek, which flows through
Sweeney Lake, and joins the main stem within Theodore Wirth Park (Figure 2.5).
In a small portion of the city, generally located southeast of 1394 and Highway 100, is a 93 acre
area that is part of the Minnehaha Creek watershed. Both Bassett Creek and Minnehaha Creek
drain into the Mississippi River.
Golden Valley's water resources include Bassett Creek, smaller streams and tributaries to
Bassett Creek, Sweeney, Twin, and Wirth Lakes, and wetlands (Figure 2.5).
Floodplains are important ecological features, as they are the primary interface between the
aquatic and terrestrial habitats. Floodplains tend to be seasonal wetlands, and areas that are
protected from development and encroachment, as they allow a safe place for seasonal
flooding, which protects homes, businesses, and infrastructure. Floodplains are based on the
elevation of water that is expected to occur within a defined frequency of occurrence. From a
regulatory standpoint, floodplains are defined as the elevation of water for precipitation events to
occur on a frequency of every 100 and 500 years. These two designated floodplains have been
identified on Figure 2.5.
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Figure 2.5: Watersheds, Water Resources, and floodplains
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Prior to European settlement, native prairie, oak woodlands and savannas, marshes, floodplain
forests, and woodlands were the dominant plant communities in Golden Valley. After
settlement, and prior to the establishment of the City Charter, the majority of the landscape was
cultivated farmland and open fields, with remnant wetland and wet prairies (Figure 2.6). At the
scale these maps were made, smaller lakes were generally not included, although Sweeney,
Twin, and Wirth lakes were certainly present historically.
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Figure 2.6 Pre-European Settlement Land Cover
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Wildlife
The City of Golden Valley lies in a region of historic suburban growth and is a mature first ring
suburb. The city contains a mixture of primarily single family residential development, in
conjunction with concentrations of retail, industrial, and corporate offices. Open spaces and
nature areas are present throughout the community, and much like the lots and boulevards, are
dominated by mature trees.
The City of Golden Valley provides great opportunity for watching wildlife. Common animals that
can be seen in Golden Valley are typical urban species, including numerous songbirds, small
mammals, deer, and fish. Species such as deer, Canada geese, waterfowl, squirrels, rabbits,
coyote, raccoons, turkey, and skunks have increased in this area since these animals do well
around moderate human development. Other species have declined for the same reasons.
Management recommendations for wildlife in the city are provided below. In general,
appropriate management of the open spaces will help improve populations of desirable native
animals and improve citizen relationships with wildlife in general. Wildlife can become nuisance,
when they are overpopulated, or degrade the natural areas or property. Education on wildlife,
and management is essential for positive results.
The Natural Heritage Information System database is used by the state of Minnesota to track
occurrences of rare plants and animals, and unique or critical habitats. Within Golden Valley, a
tamarack swamp located in Theodore Wirth Park is identified, for example. Occurrences of rare
plants have occurred, but the only recent occurrence is that of dwarF trout lilies which are
transplanted individuals located within the Wirth Park. Rare animals have been observed,
including trumpeter swans (Cygnus buccinafor), Blanding's turtle (Emydoidea blandingi�), and
bullfrog (Lithobates catesbeianus), which have been observed in the aquatic habitats near Wirth
Park. Peregrine falcons (Falco peregrinus) have been observed within Golden Valley, although
they do not nest within the city limits.
Preservation of high quality natural areas will provide spaces for wildlife, which in turn provides
opportunities for residents to observe wildlife. A positive correlation exists between the size and
quality of the habitat, and the populations and quality of the associated wildlife.
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Section 3: Goals, Objectives, and
Policies
Articulating a community natural resources vision is an important first step to creating goals,
objectives, and policies which will support and bring the communal vision to life. While the vision
provides a detailed expression of the community's aspirations for the future of Golden Valley's
natural resources, the goals, objectives, and policies provide direction for natural resource
policy and decision making in the future. Specifically each can be defined as:
Goals: General statements of desired outcomes of the community that can be assessed
whether progress has been made in achieving them.
Objectives: More specific statements that are a subset of a goal and provide measureable
strategies.
Policies: Are "operational" action statements that a community should or will undertake to meet
the goals and objectives.
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Vision Statement
Golden Valley is a beautiful, healthy city that preserves ifs balance of
nafural and urban spaces where residents, govemment, businesses, and
developers work together to preserve, protect, restore and enhance the
community's natural resources.
Goals, Objectives and Policies
Goal 1: Protect, Preserve, Restore, Enhance and Acquire Natural Areas and Open
Space
Rationale:A community needs to provide and maintain high qualify natural resources through its
management and acquisition of natural areas and open spaces, which can provide healfhy
wildlife habifafs, nafure-orienfed recreation and educational experiences, and heighfened quality
of life for residents.
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Objectives
• Preserve and protect natural areas and open spaces to maintain and attract desired
wildlife species and provide "non-developed green space" for community residents.
• Obtain high quality ecologically diverse land for preservation, conservation, and
enhancement.
• Apply an adaptive natural resources management approach to protection, preservation,
enhancement, and acquisition of the City's natural areas and open spaces.
• Restore degraded forest, woodland, grassland, and wetland habitats.
• Preserve existing wetlands within the city, and protect them from development.
• Adequately buffer high quality natural areas and open spaces to protect wildlife habitat
and water quality.
• Provide passive and nature-oriented recreational opportunities within the Nature Areas
and Greenbelt Corridors.
• Balance the need of providing quality public open space for current and future residents
with best use of the land.
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Policies
• The City shall develop criteria for identifying and prioritizing natural areas and open
spaces for protection, restoration, enhancement, and acquisition to ensure preservation
of desired habitats, which support unique plant and animal species.
• The City shall continue to engage in cooperative efforts with Metropolitan Parks
Commission, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, and the US Fish and Wildlife
Service to protect and preserve endangered and threatened plant and animal species.
• The City shall enforce no-net loss of wetlands within jurisdictional limits through
administration of the Minnesota Wetlands Conservation Act.
• The City should continue to specify native plants, and native plant materials for projects
located on City property.
• The City should develop master plans for high priority nature areas, as budget allows.
• The City should develop and adopt Sign and Amenity Design Guidelines to provide for
Nature Area identification and wayfinding, along with visual and design continuity
between Nature Areas.
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• The City should use an Adaptive Natural Resource Management approach on publicly-
owned open space and Nature Areas that includes program monitoring and evaluation
within its framework.
• The City should update natural resource related ordinances to protect nature areas and
open spaces from intentional or unintentional personal use.
• The City should use of Best Management Practices to improve the effectiveness of
natural resource management.
• The City should protect nature areas and open spaces from unnecessary encroachment
or damage from neighboring properties.
• The City should use site planning, construction, and maintenance techniques on publicly
owned lands to minimize negative impacts to the natural environment.
Definition: Wildlife habitaf: physical environmental factors, including but not limited to
vegetation needed for species survival and reproduction.
Goal 2: Control Existing and Emerging Invasive Plant Species, Pests and
Diseases
Rationale:As native plant communities have been greatly impacted or destroyed fhrough
cultivation or development, they have been increasingly replaced by invasive non-native plants.
A/so challenging for natural resource management has been the introducfion of pesf-related
diseases, e.g., oak wilt, Dufch elm disease, and anticipated pests, i.e., emerald ash borer.
Recognition of the problem and identification of the non-native plant species, pests, and
diseases are essential to controlling, eradicating, or sfopping their spread and associafed
destruction they cause
Objectives
• Eradicate the occurrence of invasive species within high quality habitats.
• Control the spread of invasive species in low to moderate quality habitats.
• Prevent, control, and anticipate the spread of pest infestations and disease of
susceptible plant species.
Policies
• The City should educate private property owners on how to protect and maintain natural
resources on their property
• The City should create and adopt a Buckthorn Management Program
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• The City shall continue to take a proactive approach in efforts to identify and monitor
existing and anticipated threats of disease and insect infestations in a timely manner.
• The City should create and adopt a City Shade Tree Pest and Disease Management
Program.
Goal 3: Protect and Manage Wildlife
Rafionale:As communifies develop, wildlife habitat is lost or can become degraded. Wildlife, like
humans, depend on three primal components— wafer, food, and cover to survive and will take
greaf risks to attain fhem. Learning fo balance the need to profect and conserve urban wildlife,
while not contribufing to their over-population and demise, is essential to a friendly and
meaningful co-existence.
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Objectives
• Control and deter growth of nuisance wildlife populations.
• Educate private property owners on ways to attract, protect, and conserve desired
wildlife species
• Educate private property owners on ways to deter nuisance wildlife, e.g., removal of
wildlife food, water or cover sources, habitat modification, etc.
Policies
• The City shall use the most humane and effective management approach to controlling
over-population of nuisance wildlife.
• The City should provide educational materials, City website access, and workshop
opportunities on ways to attract beneficial or desired wildlife and deter nuisance wildlife.
Goal 4: Provide Access and Connectivity
Rationale: Visual and physical access to Nature Areas and useable open spaces are necessary
for residents and visitors to readily enjoy the benefits of these areas. Contiguous linear open
space corridors also provide for the movement of urban wildlife and native plant communities.
Objectives
• Provide easy/controlled access to and within the City of Golden Valley Nature Areas and
open spaces
• Provide controlled access to water bodies within the nature areas
• Provide contiguous linear corridors between patches of open space and natural areas to
provide for movement of wildlife and native plant communities.
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Policies
• The City should evaluate visual and physical accessibility to and within Nature Areas.
• The City shall maintain and develop natural corridors to foster eco-system continuity and
provide connections to parks and open space.
• The City should provide, maintain, and develop public access to water bodies within
Nature Areas.
Goal 5: Maintain and Monitor Natural Resources
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Objectives
• Plan for realistic time frames when scheduling maintenance work.
• Provide adequate and well-trained maintenance personnel.
• Periodically survey conditions within each Nature Area in order for staff managers to
effectively and efficiently schedule routine maintenance projects.
• Gather data on what has been successful, and what has not. Employ adaptive
management strategies to refine the implementation of the management plan.
Policies
• The City should respond in a timely manner to current and future natural resource
based conditions and issues.
• The City should consider periodic training of maintenance personal on current natural
resources Best Management Practices.
• Update the natural resource inventory every ten years, and incorporate findings into
management plan.
Goal 6: Support and Provide Public Outreach and Education
Rationale: Building public support through outreach measures and education is essenfial to
implementing a successful natural resource management plan. Raising awareness of nature
areas, and the importance of wildlife within a community, is crucial to developing a strong sense
of stewardship among residents. A community thaf is well-informed on natural resource issues
will be more likely to support decisions to protect, preserve, restore, and enhance natural
resources within the City.
Objectives
• Protect the City's natural resources through public outreach and education.
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• Instill in property owners the desire and knowledge of restoring and maintaining natural
resources on their property.
• Increase awareness about similarities and differences between nature areas and active
recreation parks.
Policies
• The City should employ a range of social media (website, newsletters, Facebook,
Twitter, ect.) tools to inform and educate the public about the City's natural resources,
nature areas and stewardship and volunteer opportunities within the City.
• The City should develop volunteer programs that will encourage community members to
care for their naturals resources while providing them additional hands-on experience.
• The City should provide educational opportunities and information on how to protect,
restore, enhance, and maintain natural resources on their property using a range of
outreach tools.
Goal 7: Foster Partnerships and Inter-governmental Cooperation
Rationale: Working with private and public partners including state, county, adjacent
communities, land owners on natural resource-related projects may result in cost and
information-sharing opportunities.
Objectives
• Develop strong partnerships on natural resource related preservation, protection,
restoration and enhancement projects that may multi-jurisdictional or regional benefits
• Maintain regulatory authority at the local level while recognizing the role of other local,
state and federal entities and complying with specified programs and requirements.
Policies
• The City shall collaborate with other agencies, communities and organizations on natural
resource based projects that will provide a multi-jurisdictional, regional, or state benefit.
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Section 4: Issues and Needs
To understand and anticipate Golden Valley's current and future natural resource planning and
management needs, it is important to review the existing natural resource conditions within the
City. These conditions include existing land use patterns, land cover, nature areas and open
spaces, invasive plant species, current management practices and programs, public outreach
and education programs, and partnerships related to natural resources.
Land Use Patterns
Figure 4.1 shows an aerial photograph of Golden Valley. According to the 2008 Comprehensive
Plan, the predominant land use pattern in the city is residential (48%), followed by 25% cover
under the combination of institutional/recreational land use, which includes the City's schools,
open spaces, golf courses, and parks. Undeveloped areas, which include designated Nature
Areas, open space, and wetlands, total 3%, with open water bodies comprising an additional
3%.
City-owned and managed Nature Areas, the focus of this management plan, comprise
approximately 2.3% of the total land cover within the city limits (Figure 4.2).Additional areas
within the city that provide natural areas, but are not owned by the city include: General Mills
Research Nature Area (57 acres), owned and managed by General Mills; Theodore Wirth
Regional Park (759 acres), with portions located in Golden Valley and Minneapolis but managed
by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board; and Westwood Hills Nature Center (160 acres),
which has a small portion within Golden Valley, but is primarily owned and managed by the City
of St. Louis Park.
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Land cover(Figure 4.2), unlike land use, which is based on function (how the land is being
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or through remote sensing. Land cover includes naturally occurring or planted vegetation,
aquatic resources, forested areas, and areas that have been developed (buildings, roads,
bridges, etc.).
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Figure 4.3 shows land cover type by acres. Total land cover is approximately 10.6 square miles
or 6,754 acres. Developed areas, which may be partially vegetated, comprise about 70% of the
land cover, while forests and woodlands comprise 10%, and open grasslands and prairies 4%.
Shrublands contribute to least amount of land cover, with an approximate 1% distribution.
Overall, developed land and cultural (non-native) vegetation encompass about 81% of Golden
Valley's land cover while native-dominated plant communities comprise about 19%. This value
is relatively constant over the past few decades, although a goal of the city is to increase the
quantity and quality of these natural areas.
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Alterations to the natural environment initially through agriculture, and more recently through the
residential and commercial development, have altered the majority of historic land cover. Most
of the native vegetation has been generally replaced with turf grass, landscaping, and hard
surfaces (structures, parking lots and roadways).
Nature Areas and Open Spaces
Nature areas and open spaces are public lands set aside by the City of Golden Valley for
preservation of natural resources, and in many cases for flood storage. These areas provide for
passive recreation, visual aesthetics, protection of natural resources, and buffering for water
quality improvements. These areas may include trail corridors, areas for wildlife viewing, and
other passive recreation uses.
The nature areas and open spaces differ from parks. Parks are typically dedicated to active
recreation opportunities such as sports fields and playgrounds. Golden Valley's adopted
definition by ordinance of a park is as follows: "An open space with natural vegetation and
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landscaping, which may include recreational facilities, designed to serve recreation needs of the
residents of the community."
Figure 4.4 shows existing Nature Areas and Open Spaces. Other areas shown on the map
include trail/walkway easements, City parks, golf courses, and campuses, schools, and other
governmental entities open spaces.
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four largest nature areas in the system include Laurel Avenue Greenbelt, General Mills Nature
Preserve, Pennsylvania Woods, and Western Avenue Marsh. Together, these four areas
comprise 67% of the nature area's total acres.
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Figure 4.5 Nature Area and Open Spaces Area (acres)
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Nature Areas and Open Space
Following are more detailed descriptions of each of the categories shown on Figures 4.4 and
4.5.
Nature Areas: Golden Valley's Nature Areas are relatively large blocks of undeveloped land
that have been set aside by the City and managed with a minimal maintenance approach to
preserve their natural habitats.
Nature Preserves: A Nature Preserve is a protected area that is considered important as a
habitat for wildlife, flora, fauna or other special features of interest such as unique geological
features. The General Mills Nature Preserve is the only one located within the City. The land
that comprises the Preserve was donated to the City by General Mills. The Preserve area was
developed as wetlands for wetland banking and flood storage purposes. It was protected with a
conservation easement through the Minnesota Land Trust and is preserved in perpetuity as a
nature area.
Greenbelts: Greenbelts, also referred to as greenways, are linear features that may either
bypass or intentionally transect urban areas. Greenbelts usually protect higher quality linear
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open space, such as along rivers and streams, or are un-developable, such as floodplain,
wetland, storm water ponds, etc. The Laurel Avenue Greenbelt is the representative feature
within Golden Valley, and is a linear open space area along Laurel Avenue, that serves to buffer
the adjacent low and medium density residential areas from the business uses south of Laurel.
The greenbelt is comprised of a series of ponds with perimeter woodlands and routinely
maintained turf grass immediately adjacent to Laurel Avenue.
Parks, Campuses, Golf Courses, and schools: Parks include Golden Valley's community and
neighborhood parks while campuses describe other public property such as city hall, fire
stations, and maintenance facilities. Golden Valley currently has nine Community Parks and ten
Neighborhood Parks (as described in Chapter 6 in the Golden Valley 2008-2018
Comprehensive Plan). The City boasts three regulation golf courses: the City-owned Brookview
public golf course; the public golf course in Theodore Wirth Regional Park; and the private
Golden Valley Golf and Country Club. Schools within the city also contain open spaces for both
active and passive recreational opportunities, although many of the schools are privately owned.
Easements: Recreation and trail or walkway easements in Golden Valley allow public access to
private property for the purpose of trail use by the community and maintenance by the City
which may include trail construction and repair, mowing along the trails, and tree trimming.
Occasionally, the easement areas also include sweeping and snow removal programs. The
General Mills Research Nature Area is a 57-acre nature area, which is not owned by the City,
but is accessible to residents through a partnership with General Mills. A network of trails
through wooded, grass and shrub land areas provide views of ponds and wildlife. The City of
Golden Valley provides mowing along the trail edges 2-3 times a year.
Other Governmental Entity: Other entity owned or managed areas include: Theodore Wirth
Regional Park and Westwood Hills Nature Center.
• Theodore Wirth Regional Park: The 759-acre park contains over 500 acres within the
City of Golden Valley, but is managed and maintained by the Minneapolis Park and
Recreation Board. A number of natural resource based opportunities exist within the
park including those that take advantage of trails through woodlands, ponds and
wetlands, the Quaking Bog, Wirth Lake, Twin Lake, and Bassett Creek. It is also
home to the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden, and the Wirth Golf Club.
• Westwood Hills Nafure Center.� Westwood Hills is 160-acre nature center located
just south of I-394 and east of Highway 169. Approximately 20.79 acres of the park
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are within the Golden Valley city limits. Wood chip and boardwalk trails traverse
through the property and around Westwood Lake. Access to the property, including
the Interpretive Center, is provided through the City of St. Louis Park.
City Open Space Parcels: Golden Valley has 132 unique pieces of property that can be
categorized into open space parcels, highway turnback property, or unimproved rights-of-way.
Of those areas, it was recommended by the Environmental Commission that about one third be
"preserved as open space" due to their size, location, or ecological importance. The primary
land covers in these areas include turF, trees, mixed vegetation, and stormwater pond native
vegetation buffers. Some of the open spaces include water resources such as ponds, wetlands
and streams. In many Open Space parcels, there has been a history of public investment in
natural, structural, or recreational elements.
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Green Corridors
When land cover types are overlaid atop an existing land use map it becomes evident that many
natural or"green corridors" have emerged as the City has developed. These green corridors
tend to follow streams, floodplains, railroads, and large tracts of public and private land and
provide many opportunities for humans, wildlife, and plants to connect and move throughout the
community. The green corridors are a patchwork of public and private lands and the various
land covers within these undeveloped spaces play an important role in providing critical habitat,
protecting larger ecosystems, and providing recreational opportunities. Although these corridors
were not part of a formal ptan or vision, they could be enhanced or expanded in the future, or at
a minimum used as a guide to assist in making decisions regarding individual open space
parcels, new development and dedication of park land, and trail planning. The map below
shows the green corridors that are present within Golden Valley.
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Amenities
Nature Areas typically provide opportunities for preservation, conservation, or enhancement of
natural resources, sometimes referred to as "natural amenities", such as forests, woodlands,
grasslands/prairies, or wetlands while also providing more passive structural amenities.
Structural amenities are provided to increase user satisfaction, and can include paved and
natural surface trails, boardwalks, overlooks, benches, fences, retaining walls; entry, way-
finding and educational signage, native plant and wildlife viewing opportunities, waste
receptacles for trash and pet droppings, etc.
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Natural Resource-Related Ordinances and Standards
1. Tree Preservation: An adopted city code (See Section 4.32 of Golden Valley City
Code) written to "protect, preserve, and enhance the natural environment of the
community and to encourage a resourceful and prudent approach to the
development, redevelopment and alteration of trees in wooded areas."
2. Animal Waste: An adopted city code (See Section 10.33 of Golden Valley City
Code) written to promote immediate animal waste removal from public or private
property).
3. Feeding of Deer: An adopted city code (See Section 10.34 in Golden Valley City
Code) written to control intentional public feeding of deer within the City.
4. Shade Tree Diseases:An adopted city code (See Section 10.50 of Golden Valley
City Code)written to protect the health of trees within the city limits from tree
diseases and pests. This includes the prevention and spread of these type of
conditions.
5. Lawn Maintenance:An adopted city code (See Section 10.51 of Golden Valley City
Code) written to establish minimum standards for lawn maintenance and allow for
alternative diverse vegetation types such as those defined as "Native Vegetation"
within the ordinance.
6. Application of Fertilizers and Pesticides:An adopted city code (See Section
10.52) of Golden Valley City Code written to regulate the amount of lawn fertilizer
and other chemicals entering the "lakes and streams" as a result of storm water
runoff or other causes.
7. Regulating the Use of Coal Tar-Based Sealer Products: An adopted city code
(See Section 10.54 of the Golden Valley City Code) written to regulate the use of
sealer products within Golden Valley in order to protect, restore, and preserve the
quality of its waters.
8. Public Sites and Open Spaces:An adopted city code (See Section 12.30) written
in the Subdivision Code to require a reasonable portion of a plat or subdivision to be
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dedicated for public use as parks, playgrounds, public open space or stormwater
holding areas or ponds.
9. Landscape Standards:A policy document prepared by the City of Golden Valley to
establish minimum standards relative to landscaping, buffering, and screening where
required as part of the development process.
10. Stormwater Management:An adopted city code (See section 4.31 of the Golden
Valley City Code) written to regulate land development and land disturbance
activities resulting from erosion and site runoff.
11. Floodp/ain Management:An adopted city code (See section 11.60 of the Golden
Valley City Code) written to provide an overlay district defining the floodplain of
Bassett Creek and tributaries, and regulate activities within that overlay.
12. Shoreland Management: An adopted city code (See section 11.65 of the Golden
Valley City Code) written to define and limit what is allowed to occur within the
shoreland zones of Public Waters within the city limits.
13. P/anned Unit Development: In reviewing planned unit development projects, the
City enforces design standards for preservation and protection of resources, wetland
buffers, and set back requirements.
Natural Resource Management and Maintenance
Golden Valley is a mature community, and its natural resource management needs must be
considered in light of the age and successional state of the natural resources. For example,
maintenance of a mature, fully canopied hardwood forest may differ from a young forest with
scattered trees, and considerably less shading of the understory.
Planning for healthy and ecological diverse open spaces, like nature areas, can also provide a
beautiful image of the community. This is especially true after a native plant restoration is
completed, or new facilities and amenities are installed. However, it is the long-term care of the
resources that exhibits a City's commitment to providing natural places and experiences that
adds to the quality of life for its residents.
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Managing natural resources for quality of life is enhanced when there is a sustainable
management approach that balances the need to restore, enhance, and protect the natural
resources with the need to provide passive recreational opportunities for the user, such as trails
and other amenities.
Sustainable design and maintenance is any practice that protects and enhances natural
resources while providing a realistic expectation for outcomes based on pre-defined goals,
existing conditions and measureable changes, and available resources, which may be both
physical and financial.
The City of Golden Valley has a long history of employing sustainable design into public
improvement projects. For example, the City manages its storm water ponds using a
sustainable management approach. This approach has been used in Hampshire and Brookview
Parks where native vegetative buffers enhance water quality and provide benefits to wildlife
habitat, pollinators, water resource education opportunities, and decreased maintenance efforts.
The sustainable approach balances the potentially greater costs of initial installation with an
overall long term reduction in costs and efforts as these naturalized areas require less mowing
and maintenance, watering, and specialized care.
Nature Area Management and Maintenance Responsibilities
Park Maintenance, which is within the Physical Development Department, is responsible for the
day-to-day and on-going operations of the City's Nature Areas and open space. There is
currently one supervisor, one crew leader, one assistant forester, and five maintenance staff.
The primary tasks performed by Park Maintenance staff include maintenance along trails within
the nature areas and easements, such as mowing, pruning, and relocation or removal of
hazardous and downed trees. Trail maintenance is also completed, and includes paving, repair,
sweeping, and in some cases, snow removal. Buckthorn and other invasive plant species
removal may also be performed by City staff, however, due to the invasive nature of these
plants, additional resources are needed to successfully control or reduce their impact on Golden
Valley's natural resources.
Figure 4.7 shows a general mowing and maintenance plan for nature areas and open spaces.
The majority of mowing is on a weekly basis, but is concentrated on parks and open spaces that
are used primarily for active recreation. Within the Nature Areas, mowing may also be weekly,
but tends to be associated with trail maintenance.
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The City of Golden Valley also contracts with specialized professional consultants for the
establishment and maintenance of naturalized areas when additional expertise is required. This
is typically associated with naturalized storm water pond buffers, but can include portions of
right-of-way and natural areas where a native restoration project has been completed. For
example, the Briarwood Nature Area has a small prairie restoration and a stream bank
stabilization project that are being maintained by a professional contractor.
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Invasive Plant Species
While Golden Valley has been proactive in controlling invasive plant species, many natural
areas including the City's Nature Areas and Open Spaces have become infested with non-
native plants including European buckthorn, and garlic mustard, in the woodlands, reed canary
grass, giant reed grass, and purple loosestrife in the wetlands, and spotted knapweed and leafy
spurge in the grasslands. Refer to 2013 Natural Resources Inventory Updafe for more details
regarding Invasive Species and the Urban Forestry page of the City of Golden Valley's website
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the most prevalent invasive, followed by reed canary grass, and spotted knapweed. While
buckthorn is found in many wooded areas of the City, reed canary grass can be found around a
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number of wetland complexes, and spotted knapweed primarily found around Wirth Lake in the
southeast corner of the city. Crown vetch is limited to one area of railroad embankment, which
is not located on city property, but is part of a greenway corridor. Other species are present but
in smaller numbers including oriental bittersweet and wild parsnip.
Although aquatic invasive species have not been identified as an immediate concern in Golden
Valley's water resources, euasian water milfoil is found in Wirth Lake and is managed by the
MPRB in accordance with the Minnesota DNR.
Table 4.1 Invasive Plant Species by Acres
Type Acres
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Pests
Gypsy Moths: These moths are considered by many experts to be the single most destructive
pest of trees and shrubs. While first present in Golden Valley in 2001, none have been found in
the area since pesticide treatment by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture in 2002.
Emerald Ash Borer(EAB): Although not present in Golden Valley at this time, it is anticipated
that the Emerald Ash Borer will threaten the City's Ash trees in the future. To meet the
challenge, the City began developing an Emerald Ash Borer(EAB) Management Plan in 2010
and updated it in 2012. The plan outlines Golden Valley's objectives and approaches to meet
current and anticipated impact of the EAB on the community's urban forest and woodland
resources. The intent was to provide City Staff and the community with a dynamic pest
management guide that could be easily updated as new pest management technology evolves.
Tree Diseases
Dutch Elm and Oak Wilt: These are two tree diseases that are caused by fungi carried by an
insect from tree to tree. Once the fungus takes hold, it grows rapidly in the water-conducting
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vessels of the entire tree. The vessels clog and the tree eventually dies. Once a tree becomes
infected, it can be a source of fungi for transmission to healthy trees. Both diseases are a
continuing problem within the Golden Valley urban forest. Over the past years, Golden Valley
has experienced losses to Dutch Elm disease and is continuing a comprehensive sanitation
program to keeping annual losses to a minimum.
Public Outreach and Education
Building public support for nature conservation and natural resource protection including
invasive species management is essential to managing a community's resources. Especially
when, in most cases, there is no physical barrier between public and private property. Public
outreach and education can help raise awareness of natural areas and wildlife, and the
importance of the natural environment to the community and its overall quality of life.
Public Outreach
The City of Golden Valley uses a number of ineans to provide information to the residents of
Golden Valley including:
• CityNews publication: A 16-page bi-monthly publication, produced by the City of
Golden Valley and mailed to all residents. The publication is designed to provide a
range of topics to the City's general population, an audience that varies by age,
education, and level of interest in City government. Natural resource-related topics have
included: native vegetation, rain gardens and water quality, spring brush pick up and fall
leaf drop-off programs, public improvements such as stream restorations, emerald ash
borer, nature area and natural resource partnerships, development of Natural Resources
Management Plans, identification and management of invasive species (Buckthorn,
garlic mustard, Reed canary grass, Spotted knapweed, Leafy spurge), and others.
• Cable Channel 16/Northwest Community TV: The City of Golden Valley partners with
Northwest Community Television (NWCT) to bring Golden Valley residents a wide
variety of programming that features information about local government, community
activities, and events. The channel also highlights special features which include natural
resource topics such as the Golden Valley Natural Resources Management Plan that
aired in September 2014.
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• City Website: Educational information related to natural resources is provided on the
City's website that cover topics such as native landscaping and rain gardens, value of
urban trees, tree diseases and, pests, tree management tips for homeowners,
Natural Resource-Related Education
While the City of Golden Valley does not have a naturalist on staff, nor any community hosted
programs devoted to active or social environmental education, it does partner with the City of St.
Louis Park's Westwood Hills Nature Center to provide environmental education programs like
"Tuesday Turtles", an interactive nature learning opportunity for ages 4-5 along with other
nature-oriented educational programs for all ages including:
• Science and Reading
• Puppet Story Time
• Games and Adventure
• Fall Color Paddle on Westwood Lake
• Honey Harvest
Discussions have also occurred to collaborate with the Three Rivers Park District to provide
educational opportunities and programming in the Rice Lake and Mary Hills Nature Areas.
Stewardship/Public Service Volunteer Programs
Stewardship/public service programs provide an opportunity for community members to become
actively involved in the care of Golden Valley's natural resources or areas and include through
volunteering:
Storm Drain Inlet Stenciling Program: Education component of the Surface Water
Management Plan that helps to prevent pollutants from entering the street storm drains by
soliciting volunteers to paint a fish symbol and text "Dump No Waste" near storm drains.
Storm Drain Outlet Program: Storm drain adoption program near lakes, ponds, or streams
with outlet basins whereby the City works with volunteers to report back any operation,
maintenance concerns, or presence of illicit discharges.
Adopt-a-Park: Public service program that enables volunteers to help keep Golden Valley's
parks and nature areas clean and beautiful. While the main focus of this program is picking up
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litter, volunteers can help City staff by identifying safety hazards, and communicating any issues
that arise within the park or nature area.
Buckthorn Busting: Public service program related to the Adopt-a-Park in which residents can
provide buckthorn removal within designated areas.
Lilac Planting and Maintenance: Local program, where volunteers plant or provide care and
maintenance for planted lilac shrubs located throughout the City,
Partnerships ����M
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MNDNR): Golden Valley partnered with the
MNDNR, the Metropolitan Council (Met Council), and Hennepin County to complete vegetative
community mapping from 1990s through 2002. Grants have also been awarded to the City from
the MNDNR for shoreland buffers and tree plantings.
Hennepin County Natural Resources Partnership: In 2014, Hennepin County started the
Hennepin County Natural Resources Partnership to provide a forum for a more holistic and
collaborative approach to managing and protecting our land and water resources. Partners
include cities, watersheds, and agencies and organizations involved with or interested in natural
resources management and protection.
Metropolitan Council (Met Council): Besides partnering with Met Council on the Golden
Valley Natural Resources Inventory, the City works with the Met Council for the completion of
the Comprehensive Plan, which includes a natural resource planning component.
Adjacent Communities: Golden Valley has been involved in a number of partnerships related
to parks and nature areas. Community Partners include: Minneapolis (Theodore Wirth Regional
Park); St. Louis Park (Westwood Hills Nature Center); and Robbinsdale (Sochacki, Mary Hills,
Rice Lake Nature Area joint powers agreement).
Three Rivers Park District: Golden Valley has partnered with Three Rivers District in recent
years on a number of projects including the Bassett Creek Regional Trail Master Plan, the
construction of the Luce Line Regional Trail, and the Sochacki Park joint powers agreement,
among other initiatives.
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Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission: Golden Valley has partnered with
Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission on a number of restoration projects
including Bassett Creek streambank stabilization in Briarwood Nature Area and Bassett Creek
Nature Area, and water quality improvement projects throughout the city. The City and the
BCWMC also collaborate to establish water quality and erosion control standards related to
development.
General Mills: Golden Valley has also been part of public-private partnerships including the
General Mills Research Nature Area. While the nature area is owned by General Mills, Golden
Valley maintains the trails, including mowing and tree pruning along the edges.
Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR): The BWSR holds conservation easements over
wetland banks located within the Golden Valley Nature Preserve and Minnaqua Wetland.
Other partnerships include:
• Tree Trust- a Minnesota non-profit organization with programs committed to helping to
protect and advocate for the urban tree canopy state-wide while offering employment
training programs to youths and adults. Volunteers assisted the City in planting shade
trees as a way to begin preparing for potential threats from the emerald ash borer.
Projects have also been completed within several nature areas, including a tree planting
project in Briarwood Nature Area in 2010.
• Minnesota Land Trust— a Minnesota non-profit conservation organization that works
with communities and landowners to protect and enhance land through a number of
ways including conservation easements. The City worked with the Minnesota Land Trust
to establish a permanent easement on a portion of land donated by General Mills to
create what is now the General Mills Nature Preserve.
• Hennepin County Sentencing to Service—this correctional program provides manual
labor, which can include work on natural resource-related projects, including buckthorn
removal, vegetation maintenance around storm water ponds, and litter and debris
cleanup in nature areas and open spaces.
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Community Input
Equally important to understanding the existing conditions of the natural resource system,
current management and maintenance strategies, and public outreach and education
approaches and partnerships, is the understanding of community issues and concerns, needs
and desires. The quality of a city's natural resources impacts the quality of life of its people.
Listening to those who develop policies (Commission Members), those who currently manage
the City's natural resources (City Staffl including nature areas and open spaces, and those who
appreciate or use the system (citizens, users) is a critical step in the planning process. The
wealth of input provided helps to determine future priorities for the preservation, conservation,
improvement and management of nature areas and open spaces.
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Project Steering Committee
The natural resources management planning process was guided jointly by Golden Valley's
Environmental Commission and the Open Space & Recreation Commission. Both
Commissions met early in the process to discuss goals and objectives of the plan and issues
regarding the City's natural resources. Issues, concerns and opportunities identified included:
• Bottineau Light Rail Corridor and Station—its impacts and its opportunity as a gateway
to Golden Valley.
• Theodore Wirth Park Master Plan—compatibility between the updated plan and Golden
Valley's Natural Resource Management Plan.
• Buckthorn Management Plan— need for City endorsement and approval of a buckthorn
management plan that would also provide education and management strategies for
community residents. This would be similar to one that has been developed by the City
for stormwater pond vegetative buffering.
• Nafural Resource Management— need to create a plan that will guide opportunities for
preservation (particularly Mary Hills Nature Area and General Mills Nature Preserve),
protection and enhancement.
• Sweeney Lake—identify additional opportunities that would help to improve the water
quality of the lake (would complement the existing SurFace Water Management Plan).
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• Future Threats by Invasive Plant Species, and Climate Change— provide management
strategies that will be cognizant and adaptive to dealing with unknown threats.
• Greenbelts—preservation and enhancement of Dakota, Brunswick and Laurel Avenue.
• Wildlife and Insects— management (nuisance wildlife species control—Canada geese
and Deer) and habitat enhancement for wildlife and insect species, i.e. pollinators.
• Community Natural Resource Outreach and Education— implementing or revising
existing programs and creating and implementing new ones to increase community
stewardship of Golden Valley's natural resources.
• Inter-agency Cooperation— identify ways to communicate goals and policies of the
Natural Resources Management Plan to other agencies in order to achieve positive
results.
• Funding— identify additional sources of funding to support natural resource project
implementation.
Following the February 2014 Joint EC and OS&R Commission meeting, monthly meetings were
held with the Environmental Commission between July and October, all of which were open to
the public. The meetings provided an opportunity to share project progress and receive
guidance. Drafts of the Natural Resources Management Plan were presented at joint meetings
in November 2014 and in February 2015 to both Commissions.
Natural Resources Community Survey
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Because natural resources within a community are most often experienced by visiting Nature
Areas, the Environmental Commission prepared a Natural Resources Survey as part of the
planning process. An introduction of the survey and an on-line link was published in the City's
September/October Newsletter. The non-statistical survey was administered on the City's
Website between September 30th and November 7thth Forty-three (43) members of the
community responded. The survey sought information from the public on a number of natural
resources and open space topics including use, preference, and reason for visiting nature
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areas, overall satisfaction and natural resource protection. The following highlights the general
findings of the survey (See Appendix X for Detailed Survey Results):
Question #1: When asked which nature areas (permitted multiple responses) in Golden
have the respondents visited, the top four answers among the 42 included: Bassett Creek
Nature Area (24 checks) in first place; General Mills Nature Preserve and Mary Hills Nature
Area (each receiving 20 checks) in second place and General Mills Research Nature Area,
a nature area within Golden Valley but not owned by the city received 18 checks. The
Nature Area receiving the least number of visits was Golden Ridge, having received 5
checks. Those responding to "other" included natural areas such as Wesley Park
Woodland, Janalyn Park, Theodore Wirth Park, personal backyard adjacent to railroad
corridor, etc.
Question #2: When asked which nature area is considered a favorite and why, most
frequent answers by the 32 respondents included:
• Bassett Creek Nature Area—close proximity to home, kayaking,
• Briarwood Nature Area—close proximity to home, is beautiful, creek
restoration, trails, wildlife viewing, provides connection to other parks
• General Mills Research Nature Area —close proximity to home, large enough
for significant walking experience, large enough to support diverse flora and
fauna, paths easy to walk on, safe for dogs, variety of topography
• General Mills Nature Preserve—close proximity to home, walking
• *General Mills Areas—quiet, native plant restorations, bird houses, pond to
observe wildlife
• Mary Hills Nature Area —close proximity to home, connects to Robbindale's,
Sachacki Park, peaceful, forested, private and tucked away, lots of wildlife,
fairly large, still feels "wild", great dog diverse walking/biking trails, biking,
skiing
• Pennsylvania Woods Nature Area—close proximity to home, destination for
biking, dog can swim in pond
• Rice Lake Nature Area—close proximity to home, mixed habitats, skiing, long
dock
• Laurel Avenue Greenbelt- nice size, close to residential neighborhood, good
year round walking
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• Westwood Hills Nafure Center— natural path and beautiful site,
"Not specified as to which General Mills nature area
Other areas mentioned include Luce Line Trail because it is long and interesting, James Ford
Bell Nature Area.
Question #3: When asked why a nature area is generally visited, the answers showed that
exercise was the top reason for visiting, followed by view nature and wildlife, relaxation, *other
Education was reported as the least reason for visiting the nature areas.
"Other included reasons such as walking or exercising dogs, biking, running, etc.
Question #4: When asked about satisfaction of the quality of Golden Valley's Nature Areas and
Open Spaces, the answers showed that the majority were satisfied while a few were very
satisfied and only one was very dissatisfied.
When asked to explain their answers, many reasons were given but typical answers for being
satisfied included:
• The quantity, beauty and proximity of nature areas, green, wild and open spaces within
the City
• The walking trails, ponds, and wildlife
• One of the reasons for living in Golden Valley
• Provide diversification to asphalt and commercial space
The following provide typical reasons for respondents not being satisfied with the quality of
Golden Valley's Nature Areas and Open Spaces:
• Need for increased/better buckthorn control
• Need of additional effort/funding to protect natural areas from invasive species
(buckthorn, purple loosestrife, etc.)
• Concern about the future of Mary Hills Nature Area due to light rail
• Need for additional amenities, e.g., benches along trails within nature areas for resting
and wildlife viewing, additional waste/recyclable containers in Nature Areas
• Need for better maintenance of trails, particularly snow removal in the winter
• Need for larger sized nature areas
• Need for more native vegetated and less mowed areas
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Question #5: When asked what should be done to improve Golden Valley's nature areas and
open spaces, the following suggestions were offered:
Protection Protect more open spaces within the City
Restoration Improve soil to sustain native vegetation; dump collected
residential leaf debris on woodland floor
Add pollinator or edible plants to enhance landscapes or native
plant restoration sites
Decrease mowed areas and increase native plantings similar to
what has been done in Brookview Park
Restore un-used ball fields or large areas of open space within
parks to native vegetation
Maintenance Add mulch or rock to non-paved trails to make them less muddy
during rain and snow
Eliminate use of pesticides and herbicides
Invasive Species Remove buckthorn and garlic mustard prior to restoration of
woodlands
Wildlife Management Control deer population
Wildlife Habitat Increase attention to wildlife habitat; retain downed trees
Pets Enforce leash and dog waste pick-up for dogs; trails can be un-
walkable in the spring
Nature Area Amenities Install pet waste stations at nature area entrances
Provide additional benches along trails
Provide toilets in parking areas
Trails Complete trail loops and connections to other trails
Recreation Create dog parks and community gardens
Add zip line to Mary Hills Nature Area
Accessibility Make Bassett Creek more accessible
Partnerships Increase partnerships, like Three Rivers Park District to help
protect and preserve natural resources and mitigate against
invasive species
Education Educate citizens on buckthorn identification and removal practices;
create a volunteer program to help educate public on invasive
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species
Funding Seek grants to help community control buckthorn
Marketing and Signage Market Nature Areas and include identifying and way finding
signage to and within Nature Areas
Question #6: When asked a from list of ways to protect Golden Valley's natural resources
including: Education; Laws and regulations; Volunteer conservation/protection; Financial or
other incentives; Acquisition of land or easements, the results showed that responders felt the
most effective way to protect Golden Valley's natural resources would be to acquire land or
easements and the least effective way would be to provide financial or other incentives.
However, based on the reasons given below, education seems to be important to those
responding to the question:
Education Citizens need to understand the importance of good
conservation
Many are unaware of nature areas, marketing them will
make residents more aware of them; organize tours of
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Education is required to control buckthorn on private
property
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Some people will always abuse a nature area but most
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Without on-going education of the younger generation,
the best plans in the world will not protect natural
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Education, including exposure to nature, is the key to
�' developing interest in people for these areas and for
continued usage plus encouraging volunteers to work in
them
Education should go hand in hand with laws and
regulations
Laws and Regulations Have laws and regulations in place and not sure what
could modified to greater effect
We need authority to show citizens that it is important to
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preserve environmental integrity
Regulations are required to control buckthorn on private
property
Laws and regulations need to be in place so the efforts of
education and conservation/protection have some teeth
Laws and regulations are in place but need to be tweaked
from time to time
Volunteer Conservation/Protection Having natural areas in City ownership gives
permanence, using volunteers (adopt a park) gets folks
directly involved
Volunteers are essential because city cannot afford to
maintain
Without"ordinary citizen involvement", the best plans in
the world will not protect natural resources
Volunteers need to be armed with education in order to
change people's minds about protecting natural
resources
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`�"�' Getting people involved is great but only a handful ever
volunteer for anything
Financial/Other Incentives Financial incentives work wonders
People won't just do what is right unless they benefit from
' it directly
Acquisition of Land or Easements There is ample opportunity for the city to purchase private
land in the city for green and open spaces
There is no more land in Golden Valley for parks or
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nature areas
Forces the land to be saved for park use
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Section 5: Management Strategies
Introduction
The management strategies for natural resources presented in this section are based on an
adaptive natural resources management approach. Adaptive management is the process of
simultaneous managing and learning about natural resources, and t is used in situations where
you have resources that are responsive to management activities, but acknowledges that
outcomes have some uncertainty. The process follows a sequence of application, outcome
measurement, adjustment based on what has been learned, and modified reapplication. This
dynamic approach allows for greater flexibility, and over time, a focused approach that will
provide results in a more efficient and effective manner.
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Management Strategies
Management strategies are typically employed for the resource that is desired to be maintained
or improved, and tend to be specific for each resource. The following sections outline specific
management strategies for the resources present within Golden Valley.
Water Resources (Streams, Lakes, Ponds and Wetlands)
The City of Golden Valley has an abundance of water resources, and has placed an emphasis
on protecting and enhancing water quality while also managing water quantity. Existing plans
provide these protections, including the Comprehensive Plan, Storm Water Pollution Prevention
Plan, the requirements of the Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission and
Minnehaha Creek Watershed District, and their respective watershed management plans.
Bassett Creek is the primary waterway through the City, and includes the Main Stem, which
originates at the outlet of Medicine Lake, and the Sweeney Branch, which is located within the
southern portion of the City and flows through Sweeney Lake. The two streams have a
combined length of approximately nine miles within Golden Valley. Other waterways and
ditches are also present within the City but tend to be small, unnamed, drainageways,
overflows, or ditches. While some of these waterways have naturalized, they are not
recognized as traditional aquatic resources.
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Primary lakes within the City include Sweeney, Twin, and Wirth Lake. Sweeney and Twin are
recreational lakes, and have partially developed shorelines. Most of the undeveloped shorelines
lie within Theodore Wirth Park which is owned by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board.
Wirth Lake is a natural environment lake, and is within Theodore Wirth Park. In addition to the
lakes, there are numerous wetlands, ponds, and smaller water features. Constructed storm
water ponds are also numerous aquatic features, and many have been naturalized to provide a
wide range of functions beyond storm water treatment.
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Management Strategies
1. Maintain shoreland zone and setbacks for aquatic resources. When possible, establish
native vegetation buffers to further protect the resources.
2. Manage Bassett Creek as a natural watercourse, which includes allowance of flooding
where no damage would occur, allow stream meander where no harm is present, and
allow instream habitat in the form of hard substrate and woody vegetation to persist as
long as it does not aggravate flooding potential.
3. Naturalize storm water ponds through use of native vegetation buffers, planting of trees
and shrubs, and use of multi-cell designs to provide habitat diversity.
4. Complete wetland replacement within the City limits, when feasible.
Native Forests
Historically, land cover in Golden Valley was dominated by woodlands and native prairie. While
the majority of the prairies are gone, remnants of those old forests, or similar communities to
what was historically present, remain in some of the nature areas and preserves. In general,
three types of forests were historically present within Golden Valley.
Oak savanna: Oak savannahs are fire dependent communities dominated by few, but mature,
bur oak trees with a native prairie understory. As fires would naturally occur, young trees and
shrubs would not survive, while the older, fire resistant, trees and grasses would persist. In the
absence of fires, these communities have grown to include these older mature trees, but have
been become overgrown with pioneer species such as aspen and box elder. With the increased
canopy, the forest floor becomes densely shaded, and the prairie grasses no longer persist.
Many of the wooded portions of the city, including those now used for residential development,
contain some very old bur oak trees, which were likely part of a historic oak savanna.
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Big woods: Where fire was less likely to occur, forests dominated by sugar maple, basswood,
and elm dominated. These woods tended to be closed canopy, but allowed openings for oaks,
ash, ironwood, and bitternut hickory to co-exist. The heavily shaded forest floor supported a
diverse assemblage of spring ephemeral wildflowers and ferns. Buckthorn invasion has taken a
heavy toll on these communities, and has changed the ecology of the big woods ecosystem.
Remnant big woods communities are rare, and no longer remain in Golden Valley, although
portions of Pennsylvania Woods and some privately owned properties have similar
communities, and are a close representation.
Floodplain forest: Although not nearly as extensive as what is present along major rivers and
waterways, Bassett Creek has an associated floodplain community, which provides a
transitional habitat from wetland to upland. Historically, the floodplain forests were dominated
by flood tolerant species such as silver maple and cottonwood. These species remain today,
but lesser quality species such as box elder and black willow have increased in abundance.
These species grow fast, tend to be weaker, and have shallow root systems, which makes them
prone to storm damage and becoming uprooted.
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Management Strategies �:�.
1. Protect high quality areas, and communities indicative of pre-settlement conditions
2. Manage forest health to maintain representative oak savanna, big woods, and floodplain
forest communities.
3. Restore and re-establish oak savanna, big woods, and floodplain forest communities.
4. Where hazardous to human health and safety or property, remove fallen trees, otherwise
allow natural processes to occur uninterrupted. An exception to this may be tree removal
following large storm events, where widespread cleanup may be required.
5. Encourage private property owners to diversify tree plantings, use native species, and
monitor for invasive species.
Cultivated and Landscaped Vegetation
Through development, much of the native vegetation that was historically present has been
modified. These modifications include removal of native habitats, encroachment into natural
areas, and replacement of native species with lawns, gardens, boulevards, and ornamental or
non-native species. While native species can be found, concentrated areas are less common,
and intact natural communities are particularly rare. Although not indicative of historic
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conditions, a modified landscape can continue to provide ecological value. Vegetation on
private property is managed by property owners, consistent with City Code, but can utilize an
approach to allow a naturalized habitat to persist, and provide ecological functions and values to
be enhanced, while maintaining the desired aesthetic and functional components.
Management Strategies
1. No vegetation identified by the State of Minnesota as a noxious weed or invasive
species shall be allowed to be intentionally planted within the City. Ornamental plantings
are allowed, but it is encouraged to use native species to the extent practicable.
2. When possible, planted communities should mimic what was historically present prior to
settlement.
3. Existing plant communities that may not be representative of pre-settlement
communities, but still provide ecological value (e.g. pine plantation in Golden Ridge) are
allowed.
4. Diversification of species is encouraged.
5. Specialized vegetation plots for pollinators (birds, bees and butterflies) are also
encouraged as they provide a specific ecological function, and can be used for
educational purposes to highlight contemporary environmental concerns.
Wildlife
The City of Golden Valley provides great opportunity for watching wildlife. Common animals that
can be seen in Golden Valley are typical urban species, including numerous songbirds, small
mammals, and deer. Species such as deer, Canada geese, raccoon, turkey, and skunks have
increased in population since these animals do well around moderate human development.
Species that are less tolerant of humans have declined in abundance, or are no longer present
within the City. Management recommendations for wildlife in the city are provided below. In
general, appropriate management of the nature areas will help improve populations of desirable
native animals, and improve citizen relationships with wildlife in general.
Preservation of high quality natural areas will provide spaces for wildlife, which in turn provides
opportunities for residents to observe wildlife. A positive correlation exists between the size and
quality of the habitat, and the populations and quality of the associated wildlife. In general
desirable wildlife will benefit from other recommendations in this plan. Diverse forests, prairies,
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and wetlands will improve habitat for many native animals. Provision of larger areas will support
a greater number of wildlife species, and a larger population in general.
Nuisance Wildlife
Wildlife can become nuisance, when they are overpopulated, degrade the natural areas, or
damage public and private property. Education on wildlife and wildlife management is essential
to understanding the cause of these interactions, and how to manage the resources to minimize
negative interactions.
Deer: Deer are numerous within the City of Golden Valley, as abundant habitat is present, and
there are few threats to them to naturally control the population. Deer are viewed both positively
and negatively, depending on experience and relationship with the animals. When overly
abundant, deer can be detrimental to both native and planted vegetation, and can damage
private property. Deer are currently managed in accordance with the City's Deer Management
Plan. In addition, feeding of deer is prohibited by City Code.
Coyote: Coyote populations are increasing rapidly in metropolitan areas. As scavengers,
coyote will eat anything they can find, which can include pets. Management of coyote may
require professional trapping or relocation if populations are sufficient to provide a human health
hazard. Effective measures for reducing populations in residential areas can also include hazing
and avoiding feeding animals in general. It is anticipated that coyote will be an increasingly
important species to manage as populations continue to increase, and negative interactions
also increase.
Turkey: Wild turkey were extirpated (no longer present) in Minnesota following settlement. In
the early 1970's, wild turkey were relocated to southeast Minnesota, and have become one of
the most successful projects the MNDNR has developed. Currently, wild turkey are widespread,
throughout the state, including populations within urban areas. With the lack of predators, the
urban turkey has few threats, and behaviorally differs from the more elusive rural cousins.
Turkeys that have acclimated to living around humans can be problematic. The primary means
of avoiding conflict with turkeys is to avoid feeding them and establishing areas where they
become comfortable around humans. Long-term management of wild turkeys within urban
areas is to provide a less inviting habitat. If populations remain too large, a permit can be
obtained from the State of Minnesota to physically remove turkeys.
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Canada geese: Geese are a nuisance on manicured lawns and when fed regularly will become
permanent features. Direct population impact measures such as physical removal may be
effective, although relocation can be difficult, and humane disposal is generally not accepted.
Hazing, physical barriers, and chemical irritants can be effective for a time, but geese may
acclimate to it. The best means for control are to discourage them by removing or reducing their
preferred habitat.
Buffering water bodies with native vegetation barriers is perhaps the best technique for
managing geese. It also provides habitat for other birds and helps water quality in lakes and
streams. Maintaining native vegetation around all open water and creating buffers greater than
25 feet wide will be most effective. Establishing these may be difficult if geese are already using
the area, though temporary wildlife fencing (snow fences)will help. This practice will deter
geese from congregating and using the site.
Raccoons: Raccoons are present within the City, but because they are nocturnal (active at
night) they may be rarely seen. Raccoons have adapted to living in urban areas and around
people, and can become a nuisance. Raccoon damage is a common occurrence to structures,
particularly as females search for nesting areas. Gardens and plantings can also be damaged,
as raccoons will raid them for food. Raccoon management is primarily focused on habitat
modification where attractants such as food and habitat are denied, and there is less incentive
for raccoon to persist within an area. Exclusions like screening off potential dens, such as
chimneys and under porches can be effective, but have to be maintained. Fencing is generally
not effective, as they can climb and are nimble enough to even undo latches. Live trapping and
relocation is also effective, but is best done by professionals as a trapped raccoon can be
dangerous to handle.
Skunks: Skunks are nocturnal and hunt for food during the night. Food for skunks includes
insects, small mammals, worms, vegetation, and where humans are present, pet food, bird
food, and garbage. Skunks are undesirable in large numbers due to their protective scent, and
the potential to carry rabies. Habitat modification and exclusions are the preferred method of
control. Professional pest management may be required if skunks are problematic around a
residence.
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Muskrats: In general, muskrats are aquatic and have little interaction with humans. These small
animals, however, can become problematic when they overpopulate storm water ponds, where
they can block outlet structures, and interfere with vegetation management to construct their
lodges. The primary problem of muskrats is their tendency to burrow into the banks of ponds
and streams, which can cause erosion, destabilize the banks, and cause the systems to leak if
they damage the perimeter walls. They can be a serious problem on golf courses, where they
can cause significant economic damages. Occasionally, trapping to maintain smaller
populations may be required, and is generally not harmful to the muskrat populations.
Human Encroachment �`�`
Living next to a Nature Area or a City-owned open space can provide the resident a unique
opportunity to access and enjoy the natural resources that are in close proximity to them.
Because there often is no fence, markers, or indication that the property is owned by the City, it
is often difficult to know where private property ends and public property begins. When
homeowners expand their yards into nature areas, parks, or publicly owned open space, it
becomes an encroachment. One encroachment may seem trivial, but multiple encroachments
can have significant impacts on the natural resources. The most common encroachment
activities include:
• Removal of vegetation
• Planting vegetation of any type
• Mowing
• Dumping of trash, yard waste, other debris
• Constructing various types of structures, including sheds, fire pits, and play structures
• Composting
• Collection and storage of firewood
These type of activities can seriously impact a nature area or open space by:
• Destroying or damaging wetlands, mature trees, and native vegetation
• Spreading invasive plant species
• Threatening wildlife and/or their habitats
• Negatively impacting aesthetics and user experience within the nature area
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Management Strategies
Encroachment may be intentional or unintentional, therefore management should start with
education and identification of where property boundaries are located. This may include
providing information to adjacent property owners, identification of boundaries with placards or
other indicators, or placement of permanent monuments.
The following are potential management strategies that may be employed to deter
encroachment.
1. Provide mapping of nature areas, open spaces, and city parcels on the City website so
residents can research their property limits, and ownership of adjacent parcels.
2. Initiate an educational campaign through website, media, fliers, etc to inform residents of
the extent of the problem and seek voluntary compliance.
3. Direct contact with property owners through mailing or site visits.
4. The City may identify the property lines, and place markers to indicate their locations.
5. If compliance is not achieved, the City may consider means of enforcement, such as
fines.
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Invasive Pests and Species
Invasive pests and species are already present in Golden Valley and the threat of new and
emerging species will undoubtedly always be a concern. While it is not possible to predict and
prepare for every threat, the City must be willing to adapt its strategies, policies, and financial
resources to address the future threats that the City feels are deserving of being addressed.
The City will work with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, DNR, and other entities to
verify these threats and ensure that its response is appropriate.
Specific Nature Area and Open Space Management
Strateg ies/Recommendations
Nature Areas
Management Priorities
Within each nature area, specific natural resource improvement opportunities have been
identified. These are unique to each area, and identify which priority actions could be
considered for that particular area. The priority is based on the following descriptions.
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High Priority: Opportunities for projects that are required to protect critical resources
that are in imminent harm if improvements are not made in a timely manner.
Medium Priority: Opportunities that are important to protect a resource, but provide less
benefit than high priority, or opportunities to protect a resource that is under no imminent
threat.
Low Priority: Opportunities that are still valuable, but would primarily enhance existing
resources that are already of good quality, and are not under imminent threat.
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Management Priorities
It is understood that each of these parcels is unique and may need to be further assessed
based on previous and current use of the parcel. Generally, Open Space parcels are intended
to be left in a natural state, but exceptions may be made where the parcels have been
historically managed or maintained in a more manicured state. Management priority is generally
less than Nature Areas, although goals of invasive species management, establishment of
native vegetation, and enhancement of natural resources remain for all natural areas within the
City.
High Priority: Opportunities for open space parcels that are being considered for
inclusion as future nature areas, or adjacent to nature areas, and include areas required
to protect or buffer a critical resource.
Medium Priority: Opportunities that are of direct benefit to the open space parcel, but
also provide enhancement of adjacent areas. These provide less benefit than high
priority, or opportunities to protect a resource that is under no imminent threat.
Low Priority: Opportunities that are still valuable, but would primarily enhance existing
resources.
Amenities
While healthy and beautiful native vegetation communities may be seen as natural amenities
within a nature area, other amenities or structural elements are typically provided to enhance
the user experience. These amenities may include trails; bridges; entrance signage,
wayfinding, educational or interpretive and enforcement signage; boardwalks, observation
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decks; waste and recycling receptacles, pet waste systems, benches, gates, bollards or fencing;
duck, bird or buttertly houses, etc. All of these amenities provide an opportunity for visitors to be
part of the natural experience, not just viewing it from the perimeter.
Entrance signage can add to the overall aesthetics of a nature area or a park by providing
information on the area, and to confirm that the area is intended to be publically used. The
general design theme of a nature area entrance may range from one that reflects a more "rustic"
or"earthy" appearance similar to those constructed by the National Park Service during the
1930's to a more contemporary theme that balances the contemporary urban context with the
natural landscape. Materials may include wood, recycled wood, plastic or composite products,
stone, granite boulders, metal, iron, etc. but still should reflect the idea of a "natural landscape"
and not an urban plaza or streetscape.
Most importantly, whatever design and materials are agreed upon by a community should be
used throughout the Nature Area system. To celebrate the unique identity of a nature area,
preserve, or greenbelt, the key structural elements (particularly benches and signs) should be of
a different, yet complementary, design palette (different objects that fit well together) than those
used in the active park settings. Establishment of consistent themes for parks, Nature Areas,
and Open Space signage and amenities will allow users to visually distinguish between the
types of recreational places.
Nature Area Signs and Amenity Design Guidelines
Although not necessarily site specific, general wayfinding signs can also be provided throughout
the City. These signs will orient and navigate the visitors to each of the nature area sites, and
will serve as points that tie all of the nature areas together as one system. The City may want to
develop and adopt design guidelines for general entrance and wayfinding signs and specific
nature area signs and amenities.
Nature Area Amenity Management Priorities
In order to determine the importance of amenity improvements or installations within the Nature
Areas, three priority categories have been created and are defined as follows:
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High Priority: Projects that will improve visibility, safety, cleanliness and the use of the
nature area. They include, entry signage and benches where none exists, interpretive
and/or wayfinding signage at key areas within the nature area, pet waste disposal
stations, and recycling receptacles. It may also include constructing or relocating hard or
natural surface trails for better access, safety, or accessibility.
Medium Priority: Projects that will improve the aesthetics of the nature area and
improve the use and understanding of the nature area.
Low Priority: Projects that will enhance the beauty and functionality of the nature area
but are not of immediate concern. They include installing new entry signs and benches
in nature areas or replacing existing signs and benches that need replacement. As
these amenities reach their life expectancy, the City should replace with amenities
approved in an adopted Nature Area & Open Space Wayfinding and Amenity Design
Guidelines.
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Nature Areas and Open Space Plan
Not only does the Natural Resources Management Plan provide strategies and
recommendations on how to manage and maintain the existing natural resources within the
City, but it is also a forward planning document that guides the expansion of existing nature
areas and development of potential future nature areas.
The Nature Areas and Open Space Plan (Figure 5.1) builds upon the existing nature areas and
open spaces within the City. It also reflects the community vision, goals and objectives that
were developed during the development of this plan. It draws upon previous and related
planning studies as described in Section 1 and community input discussed in Section 4 relating
to "increasing the size of existing nature areas", and to "protecting natural resources by
acquiring land or easements".
Nature Areas
The following nature areas could be expanded in size in the future, through partnership,
agreement, easement, or acquisition, as opportunities arise:
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• Bassett Creek Nature Area—The existing trail on the south side of the Bassett Creek
Nature Area near Duluth Street is accessed through property owned by a public
consortium of local governments (LOGIS). Formalizing an agreement or easement with
the property owner could provide assurance that the trail access will remain publically
available into perpetuity.
• Briarwood Nature Area
o Consider potential expansion as floodprone properties become available in the
future.
o Adjacent lands to the west are privately owned and social trails are used by the
public to access Briarwood Nature Area and to connect to public trails in the
area. Agreements or easements could be established to provide more formal trail
access and connections to nearby public trails.
• General Mills Nature Preserve— Existing trails currently pass through privately owned
property east of the nature preserve. Working with the property owner to formalize the
current arrangement by agreement or easement could provide permanent public access
and use of the trails and a clear understanding of future maintenance responsibilities.
• Golden Ridge Nature Area —The natural area to the west is currently owned by
Hennepin County, and natural area to the east is currently owned by General Mills.
Explore partnership or other arrangements with these entities to ensure these areas will
remain undeveloped, in a natural state, and as part of the City's natural resource
system.
• Pennsylvania Woods Nature Area — In the future, if additional flood storage can be
created west and north of this nature area through redevelopment or construction of
public improvement projects, there may be opportunities to expand the nature area with
additional water resources, trails, open space, and native vegetation.
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High Priority (Conversion to Nature Area)
The following Open Space Parcels have the potential to be elevated to a Nature Area status
based on size/scale, use, and the amenities and public investment present:
• Minnaqua Greenbelt (4.81 acres)
The Minnaqua Greenbelt is located south of Briarwood Nature Area, and is similar to the
Laurel Avenue Greenbelt, in that it is several parcels connected by trails and green
space. The four parcels in the greenbelt include the Minnaqua Wetland parcel (a wetland
bank under conservation easement), the Minnaqua Pond parcel (a pond constructed
along Basset Creek), and the Regent and Westbend Parcels (which contain wet
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meadow and wet prairie habitats). The vegetation within these parcels is professionally
managed to maintain a high quality native environment.
The four parcels and public rights-of-way have trails, benches, entrance and educational
signage, and other amenities to provide a positive user experience. In many ways, the
Minnaqua Greenbelt is functionally a Nature Area, and formal inclusion may assist in
providing additional resources to ensure it continues to be a high quality asset. There is
potential to expand this nature area if floodprone properties adjacent to the greenbelt
become available in the future.
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• Xenia Nature Area (5.24 acres)
The Xenia Nature Area is a parcel that contains a regional storm water treatment pond,
bench, educational signage, chimney swift house (by permit/maintenance agreement),
sidewalks and trails, a wetland mitigation area, median plantings/streetscape, and
professional native vegetation management. Inclusion as a Nature Area would reflect the
existing public investment and usage and help to ensure sustained management in the
future.
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• Dahlberg Nature Area (4.51 acres)
The Dahlberg nature area is adjacent to Wirth Park and contains a regional stormwater
treatment pond, woods and wetlands, and is used to host occasional public events in the
southern area along Meadow Lane. It is immediately west of the Animal Humane Society
facility. There is potential to add benches, signage, formal trails, and provide vegetation
management. Resources for amenities and future enhancements could be better
leveraged if this area were identified and managed as a Nature Area.
Medium Priority (Continue to Manage as Open Space)
The following open space parcels have some public investments present, but fewer amenities
than the Nature Areas or the Open Space parcels proposed to be Nature Areas described
above, and are generally smaller in size. Therefore, it is recommended to keep these
categorized as Open Space Parcels, and assign names to reflect the public investment present
in these spaces. Signage could be used to designate these areas, and encourage public
education and awareness.
• Boone Open Space (710 Boone Avenue): The Boone Open Space is adjacent to
Bassett Creek and contains a flood storage pond, flood levee & lift station, professional
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native vegetation management, adjacent sidewalks, and a paved maintenance access to
lift station. There is an opportunity for educational signage describing the City's flood
mitigation efforts.
• Golden Hills Pond (Golden Hills Drive, between Colorado Ave S and Xenia Ave S):
The Golden Hills parcel contains a regional stormwater treatment pond, adjacent
sidewalk, receives professional native vegetation management, and has a significant
retaining wall. There is an opportunity for educational signage.
• Madison Pond (7100 Sandburg Road): Madison Pond is a small water quality and rate
control pond, which receives professional native vegetation management.
• Library Hill (950 Winnetka Avenue North): The Library Hill parcel is located near the
City Hall campus and the Library adjacent to Bassett Creek. This site was included in a
recent streambank stabilization project. It receives native vegetation management,
contains a boulder plaque for the Golden Valley Federated Women's Club, has a
sidewalk on the north, streetscape on the west, and provides the opportunity for a scenic
overlook with bench and educational signage.
• South Tyrol Pond (1345 Tyrol Trail): South Tyrol Pond is a small property that receives
professional native vegetation management, and contains educational signs, plantings,
and landscaping with boulders.
Low Priority (Consider Maintaining and Investing in Open Spaces)
The following open space parcels have generally not received significant investment or
amenities, but may provide significant ecological and water resource value, and have the
potential for enhanced vegetation management, and possibly amenities such as benches,
signage, natural surface trails, etc. should the opportunities arise in the future. Therefore, it is
recommended to keep these categorized as Open Space Parcels, and reflect their ecological
and water resource importance by assigning names, and consider additional improvements as
resources allow.
• Ardmore North and South Ponds (Ardmore & Glenwood)
• Bassett Valley— (Outlot along Bassett Creek between Regent and Noble)
• Byrd Bluff— (Steep wooded bluff along Byrd Avenue, platted as park land)
• Georgia Open Space(Georgia & Glenwood)
• Idaho Wetland (Idaho Avenue between Highway 55 & Glenwood)
• Janalyn Pond (Janalyn Circle)
• Meadow Pond (Meadow& Glencrest)
• Orkla Open Space (Orkla & Plymouth, former"tree farm" property)
• Plymouth Avenue Open Space (west of Boone, between Luce Line Trail and Railroad)
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Adeline Nature Area
Location: 910 Adeline Lane
Size: 1.2 Acres
Description
The Adeline Nature Area is located at the south end of the Adeline Lane cul-de-sac on
Sweeney Lake; it is accessible from Adeline Lane. Although a relatively small nature area,
Adeline offers a number of amenities including an inscribed stone boulder entry sign, stone
benches, a single hard surface trail leading to a composite decking boardwalk and overlook
seating area with kayak/canoe access to Sweeney Lake.
The south side of the nature area abuts the railroad, which is a barrier to entering the park from
any other locations. The railroad through the city provides a corridor for wildlife passage, and
Adeline Nature Area is served by this connection. The rail is an impediment to access, however,
and separates the nature area from Schaper Park, and the amenities located there. The
remainder of the park abuts private property or Sweeney Lake.
From a natural resource perspective, the park is dominated by woods. Although lower quality
species dominate, the woods are appropriate, and provide a habitat along the lake for a wide
variety of urban wildlife and songbirds.
Forest and Woodlands
Adeline Nature Area is densely wooded, with a mixture of hardwood species including box
elder, green ash, and cottonwood. Overall, the woods are relatively mature, but have been
disturbed, which is reflected in a dominance of lower quality species. Soils within the park
include areas of cut and fill, which encourages the establishment of these lesser quality species.
A shrub layer is present, but is dominated by common buckthorn.
Aquatic Resources
Sweeney Lake is located within the park, and is the resource highlight. The portion of Sweeney
Lake within the nature area is shallow, seasonally vegetated with floating leaved vegetation, and
prone to algal blooms. Schaper Pond is located on the south side of the railroad, and
discharges into Sweeney Lake near the Adeline Nature Area.
Wetlands
Hardwood swamp wetland is present along Sweeney Lake. This wetland is dominated by box
elder trees and some reed canary grass where sufficient light is present. The wetland is located
on a small terrace along the lake, and hydrology is provided by a high water table, although
some seepage wetland is also present, and was likely historically more prevalent.
Prairie and Grassland
Adeline Nature Area has no significant areas of prairie or grassland.
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Invasive Species
The dominance of disturbed woods provide ideal conditions for common buckthorn to thrive.
Common buckthorn is a dominant species throughout the park. Density of buckthorn has
increased since 2003.
Within the fringe of Sweeny Lake, reed canary grass and purple loosestrife are present, but
density has not been quantified due to the small portion within the Nature Area and connectivity
to Sweeney Lake.
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Site Recommendations
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Manage buckthorn (high priority)
Buckthorn is prevalent throughout the park, and is mixed ages. Buckthorn removal is a priority,
although diligence is required, as there are significant buckthorn populations adjacent to the
nature area, and given the small size, effective removal would be difficult for extended periods
of time before buckthorn would again encroach.
Enhance the quality of the woods (medium priority)
An opportunity to selectively remove some of the less desirable box elder trees, and replant with
a mixture of oak, maple, and basswood trees would provide a shift towards a more desirable,
and historically present community. This phase approach could be done over an extended
period of time, so that the change was gradual, and did not affect the aesthetics of the lake.
Amenities
Improve visual access (high priorify)
Improve vantage point to observe Sweeney Lake by removing tree limbs and brush near
boardwalk overlook.
Upgrade entry sign (high)
Adeline Nature Area currently has a boulder entry sign similar to the ones that are located within
the General Mills Nature Preserve. Many of the other nature areas either have no sign or one of
several different styles used by the City. The boulder sign should be reviewed as a potential
design type as the City develops a recommended "Sign and Site Amenity Design Guidelines for
Golden Valley Nature Areas and Open Spaces."
Install interpretive sign (medium)
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There are opportunities to educate the user on a number of topics including wildlife habitat,
water quality protection of Sweeney Lake and buckthorn removal and native woodland
restoration.
Upgrade bench (medium)
Several styles of benches are found within the nature area. Flat-topped pieces of architectural
cut stone, found on site, have been used as benches at the entrance and along the trail. While
these are unique to Adeline and could continue to be used, placing a bench near the entry and
on the overlook consistent with an approved bench style for nature areas would provide visual
continuity within the nature area system and also strengthen user distinction that Adeline is a
Nature Area.
Improve physical access (low priority)
Currently, Adeline Nature Area is accessed by one location. Consistent with the City's
Comprehensive Plan, long term plans should consider connecting the nature area to the
Schaper Park complex located on the south side of the railroad tracks. This would also provide
access to the Luce Line Regional Trail. In addition, the City should review the accessibility of the
trail and provide landing areas, if necessary, consistent with ADA guidelines.
Install trash/recyclable receptacle (low)
The trash receptacle is one of the first amenities viewed upon entering the nature area. As such,
it should not only provide maintenance functionality and efficiency but should also be attractive
and reflect the image of the Adeline Nature Area.
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Priority Management Description Action Qty Unit Unit Cost
T pe Cost O inion
Upland woods Low quality Remove/control
High and hardwood hardwoods Buckthorn 1 Acre $4,000 $4,000
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Upland woods Remove undesirable
Medium and hardwood Forest health, trees, establish 1 Acre $5,000 $5,000
swamp diversity native woodland
communities
Entry sign design
High Amenity continuity Install entry signs 2 Each $5,000 $10,000
throughout nature
area system
Bench design Install new benches
Medium Amenity continuity at entry and on deck 3 Each $1,500 $4,500
throughout nature overlook
area system
AmenityNisual Sweeney Lake Remove view
Medium Access View obstructin tree 1 LS $1,000 $1,000
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limbs and shrubs
Natural resources
education;
interpretive sign Install interpretive *
Low Amenity continuity sign 1 Each $3,000 $3,000
throughout nature
area s stem
Trash/recyclable
receptacle design Install waste/ recycle
Low Amenity continuity trash receptacle at 1 Each $2,000 $2,000
throughout nature entry
area system
Amenity/Trail Access to Schaper Install tunnel under
Low Access Park the Union Pacific 1 LS *$500,000
railroad tracks
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Location: 2130 Zane Avenue
Nature Area Size: 7.61 Acres
Description
Bassett Creek Nature Area is a medium sized nature area that is centrally located, and provides
a great connection between neighborhoods and commercial areas. It is located between
residential neighborhoods on the north end near Vale Crest Road and Zane Avenue, and
commercial areas on the south end along Duluth Street. The west side of the park abuts
residential homes, while the east side is adjacent to a Minnesota Department of Transportation
truck station and an office building.
While the nature area is not considered large, it provides an important function by serving as a
natural corridor along Bassett Creek, which is one of the primary features within the nature area.
The adjacent uplands contain numerous specimen oak trees, and are a great example of the
historic hardwood forests that were present in Golden Valley prior to settlement.
The Bassett Creek Nature Area is separated by Bassett Creek, which flows from south to north
through the nature area. It is Bassett Creek Nature Area's primary feature. Much of the Bassett
Creek shoreline has been stabilized for erosion control. A storm water pond is partially located
within the park on the north side. This pond treats water from Vale Crest Road prior to discharge
into Bassett Creek. Access at the north side of the nature area is from Vale Crest Road or Zane
Avenue. From Duluth Street, the park can be entered through a single trail and stairway. At the
top of the stairway, the trail splits into an upper and lower segment, which joins at the north side
to make small loop. The lower trail segment provides several vantage points in close proximity
of the creek. The upper trail takes a higher path along the wooded area, and has views of the
nature area, but also runs along a fenced property line. A picnic area is present on the
northwest side of the park, and contains regularly mowed lawn and a few park amenities
including as waste receptacle, picnic table, and educational sign. Bassett Creek separates the
picnic area from the rest of the Nature Area.
Forest and Woodlands
The majority of Bassett Creek Nature Area is wooded. Along Bassett Creek, the woods are
floodplain forest, dominated by mature box elder, silver maple, green ash, and American elm
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trees. The eastern half of the park is located in a natural bluff, which is dominated by several
very old bur oak trees, and other native hardwoods. The top of the bluff area is sparser, but
also contains about 50% cover of native and nonnative hardwoods. The western portion of the
park contains a number of large oak trees, and may also be part of an oak savanna along the
edge of the historic floodplain.
Buckthorn is prevalent along the bluff, and up to the edges of the creek, but is generally
composed of younger individuals, and is at a relatively low density.
Aquatic Resources
Bassett Creek flows through the park, and is visible from numerous vantage points. The creek
has been protected with a combination of stone and native vegetation to provide bank stability
and erosion control. The channel also splits within the nature area to provide a small hardwood
swamp island.
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There is wetland along Bassett Creek, which is composed of a wooded swamp as part of the
floodplain. The wetland floods during storm events, and is also near the water table, which
assists in inhibiting buckthorn establishment. On the north side of the park, near the picnic
area, there is an area that lacks trees and has developed into a shrub swamp. This is a
moderate quality area for the composition of the vegetation, but it provides for diversity in
habitat, and the dense shrubs protect the banks and slow down flows during flood events.
Prairie and Grassland
In addition to the wooded portions of the park, there are areas of prairie on the north side,
associated with the creek and a berm around the storm water pond. The areas were planted
recently and are currently being managed and maintained by a native landscaping company to
ensure their success.
The eastern portion of the park, at the top of the bluff, contains approximately 50% cover by
mixed grassland species, approximately half is composed of native species.
Invasive Species
Within the nature area, the woods include a large percentage of common buckthorn, particularly
on the slopes along Bassett Creek. Buckthorn density has increased since the 2004 inventory.
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Reed canary grass is also present along the creek, but is mixed with native species, and is
limited due to shading from large trees and shrubs.
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Descri tion %Cover2003 % Cover 2013 % Chan e
Common Buckthorn 30 50 +20
Site Recommendations
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Natural Resources
Manage buckfhorn (high priority)
Buckthorn is prevalent along the east bank of the creek and within the wooded areas. It is a
relatively young age of buckthorn, but numerous small individuals are present. The native
understory remains present, which provides an opportunity for both management of buckthorn,
and encouragement of a native assemblage which is discourage buckthorn establishment.
Enhance the hardwood uplands (medium priority)
The wooded slope between the two trail levels contains numerous mature oak trees, and some
younger desirable hardwoods. In conjunction with buckthorn removal, the hardwood uplands
could be enhanced through selective removal and reestablishment of more desirable species.
Currently, there is insufficient age structure to allow replacement of the largest trees when they
die of natural causes. A balanced age class would ensure that this high quality wooded area
remains healthy.
Sfabilize erosion along bluff(Medium Priority)
Stormwater runoff and erosion along the wooded bluffs in the Nature Area have formed several
small channels, some of which have been stabilized through placement of concrete. These
areas can be stabilized by diverting the concentrated flows that are causing the erosion, and
reestablishing and revegetating the slopes, which will also improve the visual appeal.
Reestablish oak savanna (low priority)
The southeast portion of the park, near the upper trail, contains an area that is a mixture of
grassland and small hardwood trees. Several bur oak trees are present, but most of the trees
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are of lesser quality. It is possible to remove some of the undesirable trees, and establish an
area of prairie with fewer oak trees, and manage a small area of oak savanna.
Amenities
Insfall entry signs (high priority)
Bassett Creek Nature Area has no entry signs. Signs should be installed at each of the main
entrances using approved style type. This would be particularly beneficial on the south side, as
Duluth Street provides high visibility, even if access is limited.
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Install pet waste disposal system (high priority)
Bassett Creek Nature Area should include waste disposal systems for their dogs; one at each
main entry. This not only keeps the park clean and attractive but it helps to maintain the water
quality of Bassett Creek.
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Improve physical access (high priority)
One of the primary deficiencies of the Bassett Creek Nature Area is that it is not easily
accessible from one side of Bassett Creek to the other and has an existing trail system that may
limit use by people with disabilities. The trail system should be improved to allow greater user
access. This may include rerouting the lower trail to avoid having to use the steep stairs, and
allow greater opportunity to access the creek and the Nature Area. The City should continue to
work with MnDOT to improve drainage and runoff into the Nature Area.
Improve visual access (high priority)
Another deficiency of the Bassett Creek Nature Area is that it is visible from only a few public
areas, and is potentially overlooked due to lack of recognition that the area is there and public
use in encouraged. More formal trailheads on the north side both from Zane Avenue and Vale
Crest Road and from Duluth Street on the south side would help to make the nature area more
visible. This can be done by installing entry signs and other trailhead amenities (See specific
amenity options above.)
Upgrade bench (medium priority)
The bench within the nature area on the Duluth side of the nature area is functional but worn
and should be replaced. An additional bench should be installed on the north side. Both should
adhere with an approved bench style for nature areas. This would provide visual continuity
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within the nature area system and also strengthen user distinction that Bassett Creek is a nature
area versus a recreational park.
Install frash/recyclable receptacle (medium priority)
The trash receptacle is one of the first amenities viewed upon entering the nature area. As such,
it should not only provide maintenance functionality and efficiency but should also be attractive
and reflect the image of the Bassett Creek Nature Area. They should be located within the
nature area; one on the north side on Zane Ave North and the other at Vale Crest Road and one
at the Duluth Street Entry.
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Install inferpretive sign (low)
There are opportunities to educate the user on a number of topics including wildlife habitat,
water quality protection of Bassett Creek and buckthorn removal and native woodland
restoration.
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Priority Management Description Action Qty Unit Unit Cost
H, M, L T e Cost O inion
Floodplain
High forest, and Mixed hardwoods Remove/control 5 Acre $2,000 $10,000
adjacent buckthorn
slopes
Mixed hard Remove undesirable
Forest health, trees, establish
Medium woods, east diversity mixed age-class of 4 Acre $2,500 $10,000
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oak trees
Regrade erosional
Medium Erosion Restore eroded channels along the 0.10 Acre $20,000 $2,000
Control slope bluff and address
concrete fill
Low Forestry Restore native Reestablish oak 4 Acre $5,000 $20,000
communit savanna
Entry sign design
continuity through
nature area system Install signs at entry
High Amenity and make nature points 3 Each $5,000 $15,000
area more visible to
the public
Amenity/Trail Improve physical Formalize public use
High Access access of trail across LOGIS NA
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property at Duluth St
entrance through
easement/a reement
Reroute lower trail,
High Amenity/Trail Improve physical consider pavement 500 Linear $125 $70,000"
Access access Feet
improvements
Natural resources �nstall additional
Medium Amenity education; design interpretive sign 1 Each *$3,000 $3,000
continuity throughout along the creek
nature area s stem
Bench design Install new benches
along the trail at
Medium Amenity continuity throughout appropriate intervals 4 Each $1,500 $6,000
nature area system
or at key viewpoints
Trash/recyclable
Install waste/
Medium Amenity receptacle design recyclable trash 3 Each $2,000 $6,000
continuity throughout
nature area system receptacle at entries
Pet waste disposal Install new pet waste
Medium Amenity system at key access disposal system 3 Each $600 $1,800
point
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Briarwood Nature Area
Location: 2500 Unity Avenue North
Nature Area Size: 20.06 Acres
Description
Briarwood Nature Area is located within a residential neighborhood in the northernmost portion
of the City. Bassett Creek runs along the west side of the nature area, and large portions of the
site is floodplain and used for flood storage. There is a mix of coniferous and deciduous trees
within the nature area. The terrain is relatively level for walking. City trails and social trails
connect to the surrounding neighborhoods, particularly the multi-family residential area located
on the southwest side.
Three storm water ponds are present within the nature area, and treat runoff from outside the
nature area boundary. The ponds have been naturalized, which allows the primary function of
water quality treatment to remain, but adds native vegetation as a buffer component.
Forest and Woodlands
Forest and woodland communities are present throughout the Briarwood Nature Area, and are a
dominant land cover type. The woods on the northern portion of the site are a mixture of
hardwood trees composed of green ash, box elder, maple, basswood, and oak. The trees are
mixed ages, and are secondary growth. Buckthorn is very high density.
The far southern portion of the site contains a floodplain forest, which transitions to wetland as
the area nears Bassett Creek. Hardwoods such as box elder and cottonwood are prevalent in
this area.
Floodplain forest habitat is also present along Bassett Creek, including as assemblage of large
cottonwood trees, mixed with American elm, green ash, and box elder. This appears to be a
fragment of a historically larger community.
Wetlands
Wetland are present in association with Bassett Creek, and include the previously described
floodplain forest, and areas along the creek are wet meadow habitat. Reed canary grass is a
dominant species within these wet meadow habitats.
Aquatic Resources
Bassett Creek flows through the Briarwood Nature Area and is the primary aquatic resource.
Bank stabilization projects have been completed in this area, with portions of riprap and
bioengineered banks present. Live dogwood stakes and willow wattles (bundles of willow shrubs
anchored into the stream banks) have also been used to stabilize the banks, and establish rapid
establishment of vegetation. A riffle section of the creek is present near the pedestrian bridge
over the creek and the eastern entrance provides a very scenic view of these resources.
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Prairie and Grassland
Native prairie is present around the storm water treatment ponds. The northwest storm water
pond is located in a shadier area, and is subject to ongoing establishment. This is a MnDOT
pond and is not part of the City's annual contract for native vegetation management. The pond
located on the east side of the nature area is maintained by the City's native landscape
contractor and is located in an open area with few trees, which is more conducive to prairie
conditions and consequently the vegetation is more established.
Grassland is present within the southeast portion of the site, and is essentially overgrown field,
not prairie.
Invasive Species
Invasive species are present within the Nature Area, and include both upland and wetland
habitats. Buckthorn is the primary species of concern, and some control has been attempted
within the nature area previously. Buckthorn density is very high in the northern third of the
nature area, where buckthorn is so dense it is difficult to even access the area. Buckthorn
density decreases as you go south, and as it gets wetter, is general not a concern. Buckthorn
density is light under the hardwood trees in the south, and effective control may be able to keep
them at low density, although a 10% increase has been observed since the 2003 inventory.
Reed canary grass is dominant within the wet meadow habitats along Bassett Creek, and with
the creek regularly supplying new seeds, it is unlikely that this area will be controlled without
extensive and diligent management.
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Common Buckthorn — NE woods 60 85 +25
Common Buckthorn —Central 60 50 -10
flood lain forest
Common Buckthorn —Southern 30 40 +10
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Site Recommendations
The Briarwood Nature Area contains a variety of habitats, and a number of recommendations
can be made to improve the ecological health of this area.
Natural Resources
Manage buckthorn (high priority)
Buckthorn is present within the Nature Area, and some areas have the greatest density within
the City. Removal of buckthorn within the park would be a significant undertaking, but would
transform this area if it could be controlled.
Maintain high quality wetland buffer and native prairie (high priority)
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Exiting buffer around the storm water ponds should be maintained. Prairie can be expanded
upon by extending the prairie around the southern pond to the south and east and doubling the
area of prairie within the nature area.
Enhance the wooded upland and floodplain forests (medium priority)
The floodplain forest and upland woods contain many mature species, including some of the
oldest trees within the City. The health of the woods would be enhanced if some of the box elder
were removed and replace with a diverse assemblage of native tree species.
Amenities
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Install entry signs (high)
Briarwood Nature Area has one entry sign along Unity Avenue North. Signs should be installed
at each of the main entrances, including the access off of Dawnview Terrace using approved
style type.
Install pet waste disposal system (high)
Briarwood Nature Area should include waste disposal systems for their dogs; one at each main
entry. This not only keeps the park clean and attractive but it helps to maintain the water quality
of Bassett Creek.
Improve physical and visual access (high)
While there is easy access to the nature area, there could be additional access provided by
formalizing public use of the trails by possibly obtaining a trail easement for connections on the
southern end of the nature area off of Unity Avenue. Connection could also be made to the
proposed Minnaqua Greenbelt to the south. Improve vantage points to observe Bassett Creek,
and possibly identify canoe or kayak access to the creek.
Upgrade bench (medium)
The benches within the nature area are functional but when time comes to replace, they should
adhere to an approved bench style for nature areas. This would provide visual continuity within
the nature area system and also strengthen user distinction that Briarwood is a Nature Area.
Install educational sign (low)
Briarwood Nature Area has educational sign near Bassett Creek bridge that describes the creek
bank restoration project. Additional signs may be added that discusses habitats and wildlife that
can be found in the nature area along with trail distance.
Install interpretive sign (low)
In addition to the interpretive sign near the Bassett Creek pedestrian bridge. There are other
opportunities to educate the user on a number of topics including wildlife habitat, buckthorn
removal and native prairie and woodland restoration.
Upgrade trash Receptacle (low)
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The trash receptacle is one of the first amenities viewed upon entering the nature area. As such,
it should not only provide maintenance functionality and efficiency but should also be attractive
and reflect the image of the Briarwood Nature Area. Three should be located within the park;
one on the north side on Unity Avenue on north central side of nature area, one on the southern
side off of Unity Avenue and the other at Dawnview Terrace.
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Priority Management Description Action Qty Unit Unit Cost
Type Cost Opinion
High Upland woods Buckthorn Remove buckthorn 12 Acre $2,500 $30,000
mana ement
Controlled burns,
Medium Native prairie High quality native herbicide 5 Acre $5.000 $25.000
prairie applications,
eriodic reseedin
Upland woods Remove damaged
Medium and floodplain Forest health trees, plant younger 5 Acre $2,000 $10,000
forest and more diverse
trees
Obtain easements
or complete land
High Amenity/Access Physical access exchange to 1 Each $10,000 $10,000
formalize social
trails as formal
access points
Extend trail,
High Amenity/Access Physical access pavement 750 LF 125 $95,000
improvements
Bench design Install benches at
continuity
Medium Amenity throughout nature regular intervals or 4 Each $1,500 $6,000
area system at key viewpoints
Trash/recydable Install waste/ recycle
Low Amenity receptacle design trash receptacle at 3 Each $2,000 $6,000
throughout nature
area system entries
Entry sign design
High Amenity continuity Install sign at entries 3 Each $5,000 $15,000
throughout nature
area system
Pet waste disposal Install pet waste
High Amenity system at key disposal system at 3 Each $600 $1,800
access point entries
Low Amenity Natural resources Install additional 2 Each *$3,000 $6,000
education; desi n inter retive si ns
GVRM Plan 2015 BRIARWOOD NATURE AREA page 4
continuity along trail
throughout nature
area s stem
Identify and
Low Amenity/Access Physical access construct canoe
access
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General Milis Nature Preserve
Location: 9201 Olson Memorial Highway, 8900 Betty Crocker Drive
Nature Area Size: 26.64 Acres
Description
General Mills Nature Preserve is located on the southwestern corner of the city east of Highway
169 and north of Betty Crocker Drive. Access is from both Betty Crocker Drive and Olson
Memorial Highway South Frontage Road. A looped trail system exists within the nature
preserve. The preserve is a mix of manicured parkland, upland buffer composed of native
prairie, and wetland. The wetland portion is restored wetland, which has been enrolled as a
wetland bank for the City of Golden Valley. Bassett Creek runs along the south side of the
preserve.
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Forest and Woodlands
Forest and woodland communities are present in two areas within the Preserve. The primary
wooded portion lies along Bassett Creek, and is composed of floodplain forest. This is
composed of mature trees including box elder, silver maple, basswood, and oaks. This is likely
a mixture of remnant trees that were along the creek prior to development, and those that have
grown in the last 50 years. The second area is located in the northeast portion of the Preserve,
which is composed of mixed upland hardwoods, including several basswood and oak trees.
Wetlands
The Preserve is centered on a created wetland, which is composed of cattail-dominated shallow
marsh. A wet meadow fringe is also present, although it has an abundance of reed canary
grass. Floodplain forest is present along Bassett Creek for the entire length through the
Preserve.
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Aquatic Resources
Bassett Creek flows through the Preserve, and is present along the entire southern boundary.
This portion of Bassett Creek has been historically ditched and straightened, but retains a small
naturalized floodplain. Two bridges cross Bassett Creek, and are part of the trail system that
passes though the Preserve.
Wetlands
GVRM Plan 2015 GENERAL MILLS NATURE PRESERVE page 1
Wetland is the dominate feature of the General Mills Nature Preserve, as the site was
designated a wetland bank. The majority of the wetland is composed of shallow marsh, which is
dominated by cattails and shallow open water. A wide emergent wetland fringe is also present,
which includes a mixture of native species, but is dominated by reed canary grass. The
wetlands are large, and dominate the site. They also connect to Bassett Creek floodplain, and
provide for additional flood storage. The existing floodplain is likely smaller than was historically
present, but remains an important resource.
Prairie and Grassland
The entire north side of the Preserve is composed of a native buffer that was established during
the wetland creation, and is part of the wetland bank. The buffer is dominated by native prairie,
which has been maintained to be a high quality grassland. Several spruce trees have been
planted within the buffer for aesthetic purposes. A trail system crosses through the prairie.
Invasive Species
Invasive species are present within the preserve, and are primarily wetland related. Reed
canary grass is a primary invasive species of concern, as it has the potential to spread and
dominate the site. Control is difficult, as periodic flooding will continuously bring new seed into
the site. Buckthorn is present, and is a potential concern within the wooded portions of the
preserve. Buckthorn control is possible if adjacent properties are also managed.
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Descri tion %Cover2003 % Cover 2013 % Chan e
Common Buckthorn —Along 70 50 -20
Bassett Creek
Reed Canary Grass —Wet 100 100 No change
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Site Recommendations
Natural Resources
Because the majority of the Preserve is composed of a wetland bank, or associated with
Bassett Creek, there are several requirements already in place to protect these resources and
maintain a minimal level of vegetative quality. The primary recommendation is to maintain the
quality of the wetland bank, in part because that is a requirement of the crediting, and the deed
of restrictions and covenants already placed upon the property.
GVRM Plan 2015 GENERAL MILLS NATURE PRESERVE page 2
Maintain high quality wetland bank (high priority)
The wetland within the preserve is required to be dominated by native species, and periodically
the site will require control of invasive species, and encouragement of native species to prosper.
Maintain high quality wetland buffer and native prairie (high priority)
In establishing the upland buffer, and high quality native prairie has been created along the
north side of the site. Maintenance should be continued to ensure that this area remains high
quality.
Enhance the wooded upland and floodplain foresfs (medium)
The floodplain forest and upland woods contain many mature species, including some of the
oldest trees within the City. The health of the woods would be enhanced if younger trees could
be planted to offset the eventual loss of some of the older trees.
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Manage buckthorn (low priority)
Buckthorn is present within the preserve, but is localized. Management of buckthorn would
require management on adjacent properties in order to be effective.
Amenities �
Little needs to be done with the amenities in the nature preserve at this time; they tend to be
functional and in good condition. Entry boulder signs are used at the two main access points to
the nature area. These could remain as unique features as this is the only Nature Preserve in
Golden Valley. The City may want to evaluate the condition of the benches, signs and other
amenities as they wear and replace according to City approved Sign and Amenity Design
Guidelines recommended earlier in this section.
Improve physical access (high)
The eastern leg of the loop trail is located on adjacent private property, but has been utilized by
the public for years. Discussions should occur that lead to formalizing this arrangement through
easement or agreement.
Install pet waste disposal system (high)
GVRM Plan 2015 GENERAL MILLS NATURE PRESERVE page 3
General Mills Nature Preserve should include waste disposal systems for dogs; one at each
main entry. This not only keeps the park clean and attractive but it helps to maintain the water
quality of Bassett Creek.
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Priority Management Description Action Qty Unit Unit Cost
H, M, L T e/Area Cost O inion
High Wetland Shallow and emergent Reed canary grass 20 Acre $1,750 $35,000
bank marsh control
Controlled burns,
Upland Maintain high quality herbicide
High buffer native prairie applications, periodic 6 Acre $3,500 $21,000
reseedin
Low Upland Manage buckthorn Remove buckthorn 3 Acre $3,500 $10,500
woods
Upland Remove damaged
Low Woods and Encourage forest trees, plant younger 5 Acre $2,000 $10,000
floodplain health and more diverse
forest trees
Explore formalizing
Improve physical agreement or
High Amenity easement for public N/A
access trail use with
ad'acent owner
Provide dog walkers
High Amenity W�th pet waste disposal Install new pet waste 2 Each $600 $1,200
system at key access disposal system
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Maintain existing trail Repair and replace
Low Amenity systems trail system as part of 0.5 Miles $10,000 $5,000
re ular maintenance
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Golden Ridge Nature Area
Location: Earl Street & Flag Avenue North
Nature Area Size: 2.51 Acres
Description
Golden Ridge Nature Area is located within a residential neighborhood on the northwest corner
of Golden Valley with trail connections to General Mills Research Nature Area and adjacent
neighborhoods. The nature area is relatively small, and contains mostly wooded habitats with a
mix of deciduous trees and shrubs and coniferous trees. The landscape is rolling with upland
and lowland areas.
Forest and Woodlands
The majority of the land cover at the Golden Ridge Nature Area is wooded. The majority of the
trees are mixed hardwoods including aspen, green ash, box elder and a few oak trees. A band
of white and red pine crosses through the nature area, and may be a remnant of a pine
plantation.
Wetlands
No wetlands are present within the Golden Ridge Nature Area
Aquatic Resources
No aquatic resources are present within the Golden Ridge Nature Area
Prairie and Grassland
The southern entrance to the nature area contains some areas of overgrown non-native
grasses, but there is no prairie present within the nature area.
Invasive Species
Buckthorn density is very high within the wooded portion of the nature area, and has doubled in
density over the past 10 years. It is now greater than half of the land cover, and will likely
continue to expand in density if left uncontrolled.
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Descri tion %Cover2003 % Cover 2013 % Chan e
Common Buckthorn 30 60 +30
Site Recommendations
Natural Resources
Manage buckthorn (high)
Buckthorn is present within the nature area, and some areas are of the greatest density within
the City. Removal of buckthorn within the park would be a significant undertaking, but would
transform this area if it could be controlled.
Manage and enhance forest and woodlands (medium)
Continue to manage and enhance the woodlands by removing undesirable species and planting
new trees, including the proliferation of the unique area of mixed pines.
Amenities
lnstall entry signs (high)
Golden Ridge Nature Area has no entry signs. Signs should be at least installed at each of the
main entrances, including the access off of Earl Street and Flag Avenue North using approved
style type.
Install pet waste disposal system (high)
Golden Ridge Nature Area should include waste disposal systems for their dogs; one at each
main entry. This keeps the nature area clean, healthy and attractive.
Expand Nature Area (medium)
Explore the opportunity to expand the Nature Area through agreement or easement on adjacent
Hennepin County property, and through the dedication of land or perpetual easement from
General Mills, as opportunities arise or development occurs.
Install bench (medium)
There are no benches located within the nature area. Installing two benches along each of the
main trail segments within the park would provide the trail user with a place to rest or simply
enjoy the natural surroundings.
Install interpretive sign (low)
Golden Ridge Nature Area is unique in that it has a planted stand of mixed pines in the heart of
the site. Providing an interpretive sign near the stand would provide the user with an interesting
history of the site.
GVRM Plan 2015 GOLDEN RIDGE NATURE AREA page 2
Upgrade trash Receptacle (low)
The trash receptacle is one of the first amenities viewed upon entering the nature area. As such,
it should not only provide maintenance functionality and efficiency but should also be attractive
and reflect the image of the both Golden Ridge and General Mills Research Nature Area. At
least two should be should be located within the nature area; one off of Earl Street and one off
of Flag Avenue North.
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Priority Management Description Action Qty Unit Unit Cost
H, M, L T e Cost O inion
High Upland Buckthorn Remove buckthorn 2 Acre $4,000 $8,000
woods mana ement
Manage and
enhance woodlands,
Medium Upland Forest management remove undesirable 2 Acre $4,000 $8,000
woods trees and plant new,
including mixed pine
area
Medium Access Expand the Nature Obtain agreement, N/A N/A TBD TBD
Area easement or ro ert
Amenity Continuity of entry sign Install new sign at
Medium design through nature entry locations 3 Each $5,000 $15,000
area s stem
Install interpretive
Medium Amenity Naturals resources sign along the trail 1 Each $3,000 $3,000
education within the conifer
plantation
Continuity of bench Install new benches
Medium Amenity design through nature along two main trails 2 Each $1,500 $3,000
area s stem
Continuity of trash Install new waste/
Low Amenity receptacle design recycle trash 2 Each $2,000 $4,000
throughout nature area receptacle at entry
s stem
Pet waste disposal �nstall new pet waste
Low Amenity system at key access disposal system 2 Each $600 $1,200
oint
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DRAFT: February 11, 2015
Laurel Avenue Greenbelt
Location: 6900 and 7100 Laurel Avenue South
Nature Area Size: 33.1 Acres
Description
The Laurel Avenue Greenbelt is located on the south side of the City along Laurel Avenue. The
nature area contains three distinct areas; East and West Ring ponds (14.54 acres), the central
Cortlawn Pond (17.27 acres), and a smaller Dakota/Brunswick Avenue area (1.30 acres). The
greenbelt is located within a variety of land uses including residential, commercial/retail, light
industrial, and rail corridors. There are trail connections to surrounding neighborhoods.
Forest and Woodlands
The majority of the land cover within the Laurel Avenue Greenbelt is wooded. The majority of
the trees are mixed hardwoods including green ash, maple, basswood, and oaks in upland
areas, and cottonwood and box elder along the wetter pond edges.
Wetlands
Wetland is present within the Laurel Avenue Greenbelt as three large ponds. These are deep
water habitat, and have very little to no wetland fringe. These ponds were constructed for flood
storage and rate control purposes, and not as natural features, although they have been
naturalized and provide many important wetland functions.
Aquatic Resources
Although classified as wetland, the three large ponds within the Greenbelt are an aquatic
resource, as they exceed six feet of depth, and are generally comprised of deep water habitat.
The two western ponds each have a small wooded island.
Prairie and Grassland
Along the trails and adjacent Laurel Avenue are areas of maintained turf grasses, but no areas
of native prairie are present.
Invasive Species
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Buckthorn density is generally low overall within the Laurel Avenue Greenbelt, and densities of
buckthorn have decreased since the 2003 inventory was completed. Dense pockets of
buckthorn remain present, however, as portions of the greenbelt have seen an overall decrease.
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Descri tion %Cover2003 % Cover 2013 % Chan e
Common Buckthorn — Ring 0 0 No change
Ponds
Common Buckthorn —Cortlawn 60 45 -15
Pond, west side
Common Buckthorn —Cortlawn 60 30 -30
Pond, east side
Common Buckthorn — 60 30 -30
Dakota/Brunswick
Site Recommendations
Recommendations related to natural resources apply to all of three areas.
Natural Resources
Manage buckthorn (high)
Buckthorn is present within the nature area, but is at relatively lower density that other natural
areas overall. Where present, it is dense, which provides a good management target to lower
the overall density, and concentrate in localized portions of the greenbelt. Maintaining a low
density would be an ongoing goal for this area.
Complete tree inventory(low)
The City completed an inventory of public trees in active parks and boulevards around 2010;
however, the inventory did not extend into nature areas. The original landscaping and planting
plan for the areas immediately adjacent to the Laurel Avenue Greenbelt ponds is on file. This
plan, as we11 as field inventory and obsenration should assist in making future decisions about
vegetation and tree management. The inventory should be reviewed when completed and
management should focus on planting appropriate native species when actions are taken.
Amenities
Amenity recommendations for the three Laurel Avenue Greenbelt areas (Ring Ponds, Cortlawn
Pond and Dakota/Brunswick Avenue area) will be discussed separately, however there is a
common consideration to formalize 600 feet of six foot wide natural surface trails ($12,000) or
eight foot wide paved trails ($30,000).
East and West RinQ Ponds
Install entry signs (high)
GVRM Plan 2015 LAUREL AVENUE GREENBELT page 2
DRAFT: February 11, 2015
No signs exist to this area. Signs (3) should be installed at each of the entrances at Western
Avenue, Louisiana South and Colonial Road, and Laurel and Pennsylvania (within open space
easement).
Insfall pet waste disposal system (high)
The Ring Ponds area of the Laurel Avenue Greenbelt include pet waste disposal systems; one
at each of the access points. This not only keeps the park clean and attractive but it helps to
maintain the water quality of the ponds.
Install educational sign (medium)
Install sign that describes the history of the area and the pond project.
Install benches (medium)
Install/replace four new benches along the trail that follow City approved bench style standards.
Install trash/recyclable receptacle (low)
Install three new trash receptacles that follow approved trash receptacle standards near each of
the signs (see locations above)
Cortlawn Pond
Install entry signs (high)
No signs exist to this area. Signs should be installed at each of the entrances.
Install pet waste disposal system (high)
The ring pond area of the Laurel Avenue Greenbelt include pet waste disposal systems; one at
each of the access points. This not only keeps the park clean and attractive but it helps to
maintain the water quality of the ponds.
Install educational sign (medium)
Install sign that describes the history of the area and the pond project.
Install benches (medium)
Install four new benches along the trail that follow City approved bench style standards.
Install trash Receptacle (tow)
Install three new trash receptacles that follow approved trash receptacle standards near each of
the signs (see locations above)
Install canoe access (low)
The ponds are of sufficient size to allow limited recreational use via canoe, provided an access
is available.
Dakota Brunswick Avenue Area
Install entry signs (high)
GVRM Plan 2015 LAUREL AVENUE GREENBELT page 3
DRAFT: February 11, 2015
No signs exist to this area. Signs should be installed at each entrance to the greenbelt.
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Priority Management Description Action Qty Unit Unit Cost
(H, M, L) Type Cost Opinion
Rin , Cortlawn, and BrunswicWDakota Areas—Natural Resources Im rovements
Hi h U land woods Buckthorn Infestation Remove buckthorn 2 Acre $4,000 $8,000
Low Forest Health Data Collections Tree Invento 33 Acre $200 $6,600
Rin , Cortlawn, and Brunswick/Dakota Areas—Amenit Im rovements
Entry sign design
High Amenity continuity through Install sign at entries 5 Each $5,000 $25,000
nature area s stem
Pet waste disposal Install pet waste
High Amenity system at key 5 Each $600 $3,000
access point disposal system
Bench design �nstall benches
Medium Amenity throughout nature along the trail at g Each $1,500 $12,000
area system regular intervals or
at ke viewpoints
Natural resources Install interpretive
Low Amenity education; design sign along trail at 3 Each $3,000 $9,000
continuity throughout key vantage points
nature area s stem
Trash/recyclable Install wastel
Low Amenity receptacle design recycle trash 3 Each $2,000 $6,000
throughout nature receptacle at entry
area s stem
Trail Natural surface trail,
Low Amenity/Access access/extension consider pavement 600 LF $200 $12,000
im rovements (6)
Low Amenity/Access Trail Paved trail 600 LF $500 $30,000
access/extension improvements
Low Amenit /Access Recreation Install canoe access 2 Each $5,000 $10,000
GVRM Plan 2015 LAUREL AVENUE GREENBELT page 4
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Location: 2190 Bonnie Lane
Size: 15.87 Acres
Description
Mary Hills Nature Area is located within a residential neighborhood in the northeast corner of the
city and adjacent to railroad tracks. The nature area provides a great example of a mixed
hardwood forest, with inclusions of wooded and emergent wetlands. Bassett Creek cross
through the nature area, and although not publicly visible from the trails, is a significant
resource.
A single trail winds through the park, and passes through the wooded upland areas with a
connection to the City of Robbinsdale Sochacki Park. Many of the smaller habitats are not
visible from the trail. The nature area is identified by an entry sign, has cable and wood fencing
that adds to the aesthetics of the nature area. It also has picnic and seating areas along the
trail.
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Forest and Woodlands
Forest and woodland communities include upland woodland. Disturbed deciduous forests and
woodland with mixed species canopy of cottonwood, green ash, and box elder are also
widespread. Overall, the forested portions are very mixed in species, ages, and quality, and
reflect a moderate level of disturbance.
Wetlands
Wetland is present within the Mary Hills Nature Area, including large areas of reed canary
grass-dominated wet meadow, cattail marsh, and shrub swamps dominated by willow. Areas of
hardwood swamp and floodplain forest are also present. In general, the wetlands are not
accessible by from the trail system, and tend to blend in and not be noticed. The wetland is
composed of common species, but is unique in the connectivity to Bassett Creek, the
dominance of shrubs, and the relative diversity within a relatively small space. Mary Hills
contains one of the larger shrub swamps in the City.
Aquatic Resources
GVRM Plan 2015 MARY HILLS NATURE AREA page 1
Bassett Creek flows through the park, although it is not visible from the trails within the park.
Bassett Creek is visible from along Bassett Creek Drive, where it also connects to the adjacent
Rice Lake Nature Area. Bassett Creek is an important resource, as are the multiple wetlands
and floodplain areas associated with it.
Prairie and Grassland
No areas of prairie or grassland are present within the nature area. Open areas dominated by
reed canary grass are considered to be wetland.
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Invasive Species
As Mary Hills Nature Area is dominated by wooded habitat, buckthorn is a primary concern.
Indeed, the majority of the nature area has buckthorn, with densities ranging from relatively
sparse, to impenetrable. Wetland also contain buckthorn, including the less common glossy
buckthorn, which is present within the shrub swamp habitats. Reed canary grass is also
present with Mary Hills, but is shade limited, so it is only dominant is the wet meadow habitats
present within openings in the tree canopy.
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Descri tion %Cover2003 % Cover 2013 % Chan e
Common Buckthorn 50 70 +20
Site Recommendations
Mary Hills Nature Area is a great example of a mixed hardwood forest, with inclusions of
wooded and emergent wetlands. The deficiencies within the Mary Hills Nature Area are
primarily related to vegetation.
Natural Resources
Manage buckthorn (high priority)
Buckthorn is prevalent throughout the park, and all areas could be managed to control this
species.
Enhance the wooded upland and floodplain forests (medium)
The health of the woods would be enhanced if younger trees could be planted to offset the
eventual loss of some of the older trees.
GVRM Plan 2015 MARY HILLS NATURE AREA page 2
Amenities
A concept plan (provide link to website to view plan) has been developed as part of the
Sochacki Park/Mary Hills/Rice Lake Nature Area, which includes collaboration between Three
Rivers Park District, the City of Robbinsdale and the City of Golden Valley. This natural
resource management plan should support the efforts of that collaboration. Recommendations
include ensuring that pet waste is addressed, and that opportunities are provided to view
Bassett Creek.
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Priority Management Description Action Qty Unit Unit Cost
H, M, L T e Cost O inion
Wooded Mixed hardwoods, Buckthorn
High uplands, shrub swamp eradication/control 12 Acre $3,500 $25,000
shrub swam
Upland Remove undesirable
Medium Woods and Improve forest health, trees, replant with 6 Acre $3,500 $20,000
hardwood diversity native species
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Pennsylvania Woods Nature Area
Location: 2301 Rhode Island Avenue North
Nature Area Size: 22.92 Acres
Description
Pennsylvania Woods Nature Area is a primarily wooded area surrounded by three large ponds.
It is located within a mix of uses including residential, office/commercial and industrial areas in
the north central section of the City. An internal loop trail system connects to the adjacent
residential neighborhoods.
Forest and Woodlands
The majority of land cover within the Pennsylvania Woods Nature Area is the three large ponds.
The remaining portions of the site are wooded, with a mixture of green ash, box elder and oak
trees. A central portion of the site contains a remnant representation of maple-basswood forest,
which is of higher quality. This remnant forest is located on an elevated hill in the center of the
site.
Wetlands
Wetland is present within the Pennsylvania Woods Nature Area as three large ponds, which are
part of the DeCola ponds chain. These are deep water habitat, and have very little to no wetland
fringe.
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Aquatic Resources
Although classified as wetland, the three large ponds within the Pennsylvania Woods are an
aquatic resource.
These ponds, known as DeCola Ponds A, B, and C, are part of a larger drainage system which
extends into New Hope and Crystal and flows downstream into Bassett Creek. The three cities
have been working collaboratively to study ongoing flooding issues in the DeCola Ponds and
Medicine Lake RoadNVinnetka areas, and are evaluating long term flood mitigation solutions.
One of the potential long term solutions involves excavating portions of the lower quality upland
areas around the northwest pond to create additional flood storage. While the aquatic resources
in this nature area may expand, it is anticipated that the higher quality forest and woodland
areas would remain.
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Prairie and Grassland
No significant areas of prairie or grassland are present within the Pennsylvania Woods Nature
Area
Invasive Species
Buckthorn density is moderately high within the nature area, and has increased in density since
the 2003 inventory.
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Descri tion %Cover2003 % Cover 2013 % Chan e
Common Buckthorn —Maple 30 50 +20
Basswood
Common Buckthorn — Mixed 40 60 +10
Deciduous Woods
Site Recommendations
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Natural Resources
Manage buckthorn (high)
Buckthorn is present within the nature area, but is at relatively lower density than other natural
areas. Maintaining a low density would be an ongoing goal for this area.
Manage big woods (high)
The center of the Pennsylvania Woods Nature Area contains an example of the historic maple
basswood forest that was present in Golden Valley prior to settlement. Maintaining this high
quality area is recommended to be a priority. This would be accomplished by removing
competing species, maintaining a healthy understory, and facilitating reproduction.
Amenities
Improve maintenance access (high)
Maintenance staff is responsible for inspecting, removing debris, and maintaining the outlet pipe
that exits the northeast pond. There is currently an unpaved access. This access could be
paved to provide a safer, more reliable route for maintenance crews while improving the
aesthetics and viewing opportunities for the public.
Install pet waste disposal system (high)
Pennsylvania Woods Nature Area should include waste disposal systems for dogs; one at each
main entry. This keeps the park clean and attractive and helps to maintain water quality.
Install entry signs (high)
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Pennsylvania Woods Nature Area has one entry sign along 23�d Avenue North. Signs should be
installed at each of the main entrances, including residential access off of Pennsylvania Avenue
North using approved style type.
Install educational sign (medium)
Pennsylvania Nature Area has a significant area of woodland and open ponds. Both attract
wildlife and provide excellent educational opportunities. Locate a sign at an entrance to the
woodland and along a trail that provides a significant view of a pond.
Upgrade bench (medium)
There are two bench styles within the nature area. One is a heavier wooden structure and the
other the more typical style currently being used in Golden Valley—simple metal and wood
construction; both are relatively new and in good condition. When the time comes to replace,
they should adhere with an approved bench style for nature areas. This would provide visual
continuity within the nature area system and also strengthen user distinction that Pennsylvania
Woods is a nature area versus a park.
Upgrade trash Receptacle (low)
The trash receptacle is one of the first amenities viewed upon entering the nature area. As such,
it should not only provide maintenance functionality and efficiency but should also be attractive
and reflect the image of the Pennsylvania Woods Nature Area. Two should be located within
the park; one off of 23�d Avenue North and one at the Pennsylvania Avenue entrance.
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Priority Management Description Action Qty Unit Unit Cost
H, M, L T e Cost O inion
High Upland Manage buckthorn Remove buckthorn 2 Acre $4,000 $8,000
woods
Maple- Maintain high quality Maintain maple-
High basswood N,00ds basswood community 3 Acre $3,300 $10,000
forest
Improve maintenance Pave maintenance
High Amenity access to the northeast access and provide 1 Each $8,000 $8,000
pond bench and viewing
area
Provide continuity of
High Amenity entry sign design Install new sign at 2 Each $5,000 $10,000
through nature area entries
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Provide dog walkers
High Amenity With pet waste disposal Install new pet waste 2 Each $600 $1,200
system at key access disposal system
oint
Medium Amenity Provide natural Install 2 types of 2 Each $3,000 $6,000
resources educational educational si ns
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opportunities (woodland/storm
water
Provide continuity of Install new benches
Medium Amenity bench design through along the trail at 4 Each $1,500 $6,000
nature area system regular intervals or at
ke view oints
Provide continuity of
trash/recyclable Install new waste/
Low Amenity receptacle design recycle trash 2 Each $2,000 $4,000
throughout nature area receptacle at entry
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Rice Lake Nature Area
Location: 4120 Bassett Creek Drive
Nature Area Size: 9.23 Acres
Description
The Rice Lake Nature Area is located along the north side of Bassett Creek Drive. The nature
area is within a residential neighborhood, although the woods and wetland provide more
seclusion than expected for a small urban nature area.
Access to the park is through a pedestrian bridge crossing of Bassett Creek, which flows from
west to east. In this reach, Bassett Creek is within an incised channel and some bank erosion is
present. The creek is bordered by mixed hardwood floodplain forest and hardwood swamp.
Reed canary grass is present where there is sufficient clearing, but the understory can be
sparse due to heavy shading. Tree removal would likely generate a flush of reed canary grass
Rice Lake Nature Area can be accessed by walking an aggregate path, and a boardwalk
leading to a floating dock. South Rice Pond, sometimes referred to as Rice Lake, is a shallow
basin, with a wide emergent marsh fringe. Small, shallow ponds and lakes like South Rice, are
somewhat unique, as they are successionally proceeding from deeper open water to wetland.
That natural process can be observed from the Rice Lake Nature Area, by observing the
existing habitat and surrounding areas.
The Rice Lake Nature Area provides a unique opportunity to provide an unobstructed view of
South Rice Pond. Because the park is dominated by wetland, access is limited to a raised trail
and boardwalk.
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Forest and Woodlands
The southern portion of the Rice Lake Nature Area is composed of a mixture of floodplain forest
and hardwood swamp. The wooded areas include a high proportion of box elder trees, with a
mix of silver maple, American elm, and green ash present.
Aquatic Resources
The Rice Lake Nature Area is within the floodplain of Bassett Creek and provides both floodway
and flood storage functions that are critical to this part of the community.
GVRM Plan 2015 RICE LAKE NATURE AREA page 1
Rice Lake Nature Area contains two primary aquatic features. The first is Bassett Creek, which
is a connecting resource throughout the City of Golden Valley.
The second feature is South Rice Pond. South Rice does not have a fishery, as it likely freezes
out on a regular basis. It does, however, support abundant waterfowl, as the habitat and
isolated nature of the pond make ideal nesting habitat year round, and an important protected
spot for layovers during spring and fall migration.
Wetlands
The majority of Rice Lake Nature Area is wetland, including hardwood swamp, wet meadow
emergent marsh, and shallow open water. These wetlands show some signs of degradation, but
are overall above average in quality, and when assessed collectively, provide a critical function
for the lake and Bassett Creek, which is the receiving water from South Rice Pond.
The wetland complex surrounding open water is a diverse mixture of species, including several
sedges. Pockets of high quality wetland vegetation are present.
Prairie and Grassland
Rice Lake Nature Area has no significant areas of prairie or grassland.
Invasive Species
Within the nature area, the woods include some buckthorn, but the majority is too wet to support
large buckthorn populations.
In the wetlands, reed canary grass is dominant along the wooded transition, but declines in
abundance as hydrology transitions from seasonal saturation to more permanent saturation and
shallow inundation. Some areas of reed canary grass are thick, where it is the only species
present. The survey data indicates a reduction in reed canary grass density, but this is likely a
result of where the data were collected.
Purple loosestrife was not inventoried in 2003, but was likely present in low densities. In 2013 it
comprised approximately 10% of the vegetative coverage in the shallow marsh habitat.
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Descri tion %Cover 2003 % Cover 2013 % Chan e
Common Buckthorn 30 25 -5
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Reed Cana Grass 90 50 -40
Pur le Loosestrife n/a 10 n/a
Site Recommendations
Natural Resources
Restore/stabilize eroding Bassett Creek banks (high)
Within the Rice Lake Nature Area, there is some erosion and degradation of the Bassett Creek
corridor, in part due to excessive shading and erosion causing steep and exposed slopes.
Consideration of tree removal to allow more sunlight, in combination with reshaping of the
channel to allow additional vegetation can be considered. Use of natural materials is preferred
over armoring for this reach.
Enhance aquatic vegetation (medium)
Although there are large portions of the wetland that are dominated by reed canary grass,
cattails, and purple loosestrife, there is an abundance of high quality native vegetation.
Management of invasive species, and encouragement of the native species, could have a
profound influence on the quality of the emergent vegetation around Rice Lake.
Manage buckthorn (low priority)
Buckthorn is not present throughout the nature area, but is a dominant component where it is
present.
Amenities
A concept plan (provide link to website to view plan) has been developed as part of the
Sochacki Park/Mary Hills/Rice Lake Nature Area, which includes collaboration befinreen Three
Rivers Park District, the City of Robbinsdale and the City of Golden Valley. This plan should
support the efforts of that collaboration.
Maintain access (high)
One of the primary deficiencies of the Rice Lake Nature Area is that it is dominated by wetland,
which limits access. The area has a single crossing of Bassett Creek, and one trail leading to
the floating dock on Rice Lake. These features are in need of repair to maintain the existing
access. Repairs may be needed to the Bassett Creek span, resurfacing the existing earthen
trail, and to even out the transition from the trail to the floating dock sections. If expanding
accessibility to allow wheelchairs is desired, more significant changes would be required.
Update entry sign (high)
A new signs should be installed at main entrance using approved style type.
Install pet waste disposal system (high)
Rice Lake Nature Area should include waste disposal systems for their dogs; one at each main
entry. This not only keeps the nature area clean, healthy and attractive.
GVRM Plan 2015 RICE LAKE NATURE AREA page 3
Install educational sign (low)
Rice Lake Nature Area provides a rich experience for wildlife habitat viewing. Provide education
signs near the Bassett Creek bridge and one on the pond boardwalk.
Upgrade trash receptacle (low)
The trash receptacle is one of the first amenities viewed upon entering the nature area. As such,
it should not only provide maintenance functionality and efficiency but should also be attractive
and reflect the image of the both Rice Lake Nature Area.
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Priority Management Description Action Qty Unit Unit Cost
T pe Cost Opinion
Restore/stabilize $75,000
High Bassett Creek Erosion control eroding 1 LS $75,000 �Possible
Improvements BCWMC
streambanks
ro'ect
Manage for invasive Herbicide reed
species, and
Aquatic canary grass,
Medium vegetation establish a high cattails, and purple 2 Acre $10,000 $20,000
quality native sedge �oosestrife
meadow
Remove
Upland woods undesirable trees,
Low and hardwood �mprove forest establish native 2 Acre $5,000 $10,000
swamp health, diversity Woodland
communities
Evaluate ped $30,000
bridge crossing, (costs
High Amenity Improve physical resurface earthen 1 LS $30,000 significantly
access trails, repair greater if
boardwalk new bridge
transition needed
Provide continuity of
High Amenity entry sign design Install new sign at 1 Each $5,000 $5,000
through nature area entry
s stem
Provide dog walkers Install new pet
High Amenity With pet waste tiraste disposal 1 Each $600 $600
disposal system at system
ke access oint
Medium Amenity Provide natural Install interpretive 1 Each $3,000 $3,000
resources education si n
Provide continuity of �nstall new benches
Medium Amenity bench design at entry and on 1 Each $2,000 $2,000
through nature area deck overlook
s stem
GVRM Plan 2015 RICE LAKE NATURE AREA page 4
Provide continuity of Install new waste/
Low Amenity trash receptacle recycle trash 1 Each $2,000 $2,000
design throughout receptacle at entry
nature area s stem
Low Amenity Improve physical Consider canoe 1 Each $5,000 $5,000
access access
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Location: 7600 Western Avenue
Nature Area Size: 21.65 Acres
Description
Western Avenue Marsh Nature Area is located east of Brookview Park and is surrounded by
residential neighborhoods. The nature area is mostly wetland and floodplain, and access is
limited; sidewalk is located along the southern edge of the marsh along Western Avenue. There
are no amenities present. �,
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Forest and Woodlands
Approximately half of the Western Avenue March Nature Area is wooded but the majority is
wooded swamp, dominated by box elder and aspen trees. Wooded upland is limited to a few
areas of higher ground, but is dominated by similar species.
Wetlands
The Western Avenue Marsh is a large wetland complex, and dominates the nature area. The
majority of the wetland is cattail marsh, or box elder-dominated hardwood swamp. It appears
that the wetland included some ditches, which have since filled in but are visible in the
vegetation signatures.
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Aquatic Resources
There are no specific aquatic resources present, although the size of the wetland complex could
be considered a resource in itself.
Prairie and Grassland
No significant areas of prairie or grassland are present within the Western Marsh Nature Area.
Invasive Species
Reed canary grass is prevalent throughout the wet meadow portions of the wetland. By survey
data, the density of reed canary grass is reduced, which appears to be related to the wetland
hydrology increasing, and may be indicative of a transition to increased cattail marsh.
GVRM Plan 2015 WESTERN AVENUE MARHS page 1
Purple loosestrife is also present, at approximately 10% cover within the emergent marsh
habitats. Purple loosestrife was not surveyed here in 2003, but was present in low densities.
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Description %Cover2003 % Cover 2013 % Chan e
Reed Cana Grass 90 70 -20
Pur le Loosestrife n/a 10 n/a
Site Recommendations
Natural Resources ��
The Western Marsh Nature Area is primarily a wetland and flood storage area. Specific
recommendations include reed canary grass and purple loosestrife removal. Areas of wooded
wetland are also present, and are dominated by less-desirable species. Selective removal of
these wooded species, and planting of higher quality species could improve the quality of the
wetland.
Amenities
Improve physical access (high)
No access currently exists to the Western Avenue Marsh. Without access, it is difficult to
consider the Western Avenue Marsh as a Nature Area. Trail access may be possible along the
eastern edge of the site from Western Avenue to Harold Avenue. This would provide a trail
linkage that would cross the marsh, connecting Harold Avenue to Western Avenue. This trail
extension would involve working with the adjacent property owner to gain access to Harold
Avenue on the north end.
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Install entry signs (high)
Currently there is only visual access to the Western Avenue Marsh Nature Area and no signs
identify this area at this time. Location signs should be installed at the intersection of Winnetka
Avenue and Western Avenue and at a proposed access point along the southeastern edge of
the marsh.
Install pet waste disposal system (high)
Western Marsh Nature Area should include a waste disposal systems for dogs; one at the
Western Avenue entry. This will keeps the trail through the nature area clean and attractive.
GVRM Plan 2015 WESTERN AVENUE MARHS page 2
Install educational sign (medium)
The marsh area would provide an excellent opportunity to learn about a hardwood swamp and
wet meadow habitat. Two signs could be installed; one at the corner of Winnetka and Western
Avenues and the other near the wet meadow.
Install bench (low)
Install two benches; one along Western Avenue and one along a proposed trail.
Install trash/recycling receptacle (low)
Install a trash receptacle near the proposed access point along Western Avenue.
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Priority Management Description Action Qty Unit Unit Cost
T e Cost O inion
Upland woods Remove undesirable
Improve forest health, trees, establish
Medium and hardwood diversity native woodland 12 Acre $500 $6,000
swamp
communities
Medium Wetland Manage reed canary Remove reed canary 13 Acre $500 $6,500
Meadow rass rass
Provide continuity of
Hi h Amenit entry sign design Install new sign at
g y through nature area entry 3 Each $5,000 $15,000
s stem
Provide continuity of �nstall new waste/
High Amenity trash receptacle recycle trash 1 Each $2,000 $2,000
design throughout receptacle at entry
nature area s stem
Provide dog walkers
High Amenity With pet waste Install new pet waste 3 Each $600 $1,800
disposal system at disposal system
ke access oint
Medium Amenity Provide natural Install interpretive 1 Each $3,000 $3,000
resources education si n
Extend trail,
Medium Access/Amenity Improve access Pavement 500 LF $125 $50,000
improvements (6'
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Provide continuity of Install new benches
Low Amenity bench design through at entry and on deck 2 Each $1,500 $3,000
nature area s stem overlook
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Section 6: Implementation
Introduction
The Natural Resources Management Plan, as a goal and policy guide to preserve, protect,
restore, and enhance Golden Valley's natural resources has little meaning if it is not carried out
with well-defined implementing programs and specific action items. This section discusses a
number of implementation tools, funding sources, action items, and success criteria.
Implementation Tools
Implementation of the Plan will require obtaining resources, and providing guidance, to ensure
that the implementation is completed in a timely and efficient manner. Typically, a combination
of tools are used, each used where they are most effective. These may include:
Incentives: Can be used to encourage environmental stewardship on private land by rewarding
sustainable natural resource practices. For developers, this may include an efficient and cost
effective permitting process, and increased development opportunities (increased density,
reduced setbacks, etc.). For businesses, this may include awards and public recognition,
reduced business license/fee, etc. for responsible stewardship practices. For residents, this may
include vouchers for native plant materials, technical assistance for restoration/enhancement of
natural areas on their property, and community recognition for good stewardship.
City practices and programs: City departments share in the management of natural resources
in Golden Valley through routine maintenance and best management practices such as street
sweeping, storm water treatment and storm water pond maintenance, facilities cleaning, tree
planting and trimming, and planting native buffers around storm water ponds. Continuing to
promote these type of sound stewardship practices will ensure that Golden Valley's natural
resources will remain among the community's most valued assets.
Public outreach, citizen participation and education: Natural resources are not restricted to
public land as they extend across public and private properties and beyond the City limits.
Getting the public involved in managing natural resources at a holistic level can be achieved
through public outreach and educational programs. These can be used to solicit community
input and share both positive and negative impacts to natural resources resulting from personal
decisions.
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The City should continue to share information through the City's website
(www.qoldenvalleymn.qov), newsletters, brochures, press release distribution to area
newspapers, local cable TV, and other forms of social media, i.e., facebook, twitter, etc.
The City should also continue to encourage opportunities for citizen participation at all levels of
the natural resource planning and implementation process. This can happen through the
appointed citizen commissions and boards, attendance and participation at public meetings, and
establishment of additional volunteer opportunities and programs.
A major goal of environmental and natural resources education is to help develop environmental
awareness and stewardship in the community. Offering periodic community workshops on
invasive species control, selecting and planting native trees and vegetation, or on creating
wildlife (including pollinator) habitat, would not only provide an educational opportunity but a
social venue for like-minded citizens. Other education methods may include website brochure
or video downloads or airing educational videos on cable network, continuing to publish feature
and educational articles in the newsletter, and hosting photographic contests specifically related
to natural resources and sustainable management practices. Residents also like to come
together as a community to celebrate various themes that include food, entertainment, and a
cause; one theme could relate to what is of current importance, e.g., "community pollinators" or
"the world of bees and butterflies".
Nature Area Expansion/Land and Easement Acquisition: The most effective method of
ensuring that natural resources are managed according to City's standards is for the City to
acquire easements or available land within the City to create new Nature Areas or expand
existing areas if circumstances allow or opportunities arise.
While it would not be practical or economically feasible for the City to purchase and manage all
natural resource areas, the City could identify the most ecologically diverse or valuable areas or
corridors, prioritize them as most likely candidates, and work with consenting landowners and
developers. Once acquired, the City should manage them according to adopted management
practices.
Regulations/Enforcement on private and public property: Regulations/enforcement
methods are often the most extensively used natural resource management tool used by city
government. Common regulations include:
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• Zoning: Primary regulatory tool used by governmental units to implement planning
policies. It also assists in the protection of natural resources while accommodating
compatible human uses. The City may want to consider establishing an environmental or
green corridor overlay zone to protect highly valued natural resources such as Bassett
Creek or the Sweeney Branch of Bassett Creek.
• Subdivision Ordinances: Most widely used control mechanism. The purpose of the
ordinance is to safeguard the best interest of the City, the homeowner, and the
developer, encourage well planned subdivisions by the establishment of design and
construction criteria; to improve land records by establishing standards for surveys and
plats; and protect Golden Valley's natural resources including water resources and other
environmentally sensitive areas of the city.
When combined with public education on property boundaries, rules, and consequences, the
effectiveness of a regulatory management tool is increased. Enforcement of regulations should
be authorized by City Code, supported by the City Council, and implemented by City Staff.
Funding
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Capital Improvement Plan
A Capital Improvements Program (CIP) is a capital expenditure plan for a community's
infrastructure and may include public buildings, streets/sidewalks/alleys, utilities and storm
water systems, park and trail system and possibly the management of natural resources. The
CIP may outline key natural resource related projects that the City plans to undertake in the next
5-10 years, and how they may be financed. The CIP is updated every year and anticipates
projects and spending for a five year period. The City also has a biennial operating budget
which is reviewed and updated every year. The approval process for the budget and CIP should
include a review by the City Council to ensure consistency of the projects with other elements of
the plan. It is expected that implementation of the NRMP will require an increase or reallocation
of existing funding in the natural resource sections of the operating budget and CIP.
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Park Dedication Fees
The City has a park dedication fee that is required to be paid when developing and platting
property in the City. Funds from the collection of these fees could be used for natural and
amenity improvements in the nature areas.
Grant Opportunities
Grants provide an important source of funding for natural resources-related projects, and are
offered by federal, state, and local agencies and organizations. While funding sources and
requirements are relatively fluid over time, following is a list of potential sources of natural
resource funding opportunities. The selected sources are those available in 2015, and are
anticipated to remain as potential sources for the foreseeable future:
Agency: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources -
Proqram: Parks and Trails Leqacy Grant Proqram
Purpose: To provide grants to local units of government to support parks and trails of
regional or statewide significance. Funding for this grant program is from the Parks and
Trails Fund created by the Minnesota Legislature from the Clean Water, Land and
Legacy Amendment.
Eligible projects: Include acquisition, development, improvement, and restoration of
park and trail facilities of regional or statewide significance. Significance is determined
by a regional setting, high quality opportunity and usage, sufficient length or connectivity
to other trails, and within areas that currently lack sufficient trails. All park projects must
meet requirements for perpetual outdoor recreational use.
Level of assistance: Grants are reimbursement based up to 100% of the total eligible
project costs. Additional consideration in the selection process will be given to applicants
that provide a non-state cash match.
Park legacy priorities: Priority for park project funding will be given to projects that
address the priorities outlined in the Parks and Trails Leqacy plan. Consideration will
also be given to the design of the proposed project and existing park facilities. Project
design should be compatible with the physical characteristics of the site, consistent with
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generally accepted engineering and architectural design standards, in accordance with
accessibility standards and minimize risk to the health and safety of users.
How to apply: Application are due in September annually. Grant application materials
can be found through the programs website
(http://dnr.state.mn.us/�rants/recreation/pt le�acv.html)
Proqram: Conservation Partners Leqacv Grant Proqram
Purpose: The Conservation Partners Legacy Grant Program funds conservation
projects that restore, enhance, or protect forests, wetlands, prairies, and habitat for fish,
game, and wildlife in Minnesota. Funding for the CPL grant program is from the Outdoor
Heritage Fund, created by the people of Minnesota.
Eligible projects: Include projects that restore, enhance, or protect natural resources.
This program funds a wide variety of project types, provided they are focused on natural
resources.
Level of assistance: The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources manages this
reimbursable program to provide competitive matching grants from $5,000 to $400,000
to local, regional, state, and national nonprofit organizations, including government
entities.
How to apply: There are typically two funding cycles, with the initial cycle receiving
application in August and decision making by the end of trhe calendar year. A second
round is dependent upon availability for resources following the initial round of selection.
The City is within the Metro grant cycle. Information on the program is available through
the program's website (http://dnr.state.mn.us/qrants/habitaUcpl/index.html).
Agency: Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources (LCCMR)
Proqram: Leqislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources Grant
Purpose: To provide grants to anyone with innovative ideas for environment and natural
resources projects that could provide multiple ecological and other public benefits.
Funding for this grant program is from the State of Minnesota Environment and Natural
Resources Trust Fund.
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Eligible projects: foundational natural resources data and information, water resources,
environmental education, aquatic and terrestrial invasive species, air quality, climate
change, and renewable energy, methods to protect or restore land, water, and habitat
Level of assistance: The program has no specified minimum or maximum funding
requests, but does tend to fund based off of innovation, environmental importance of the
project, and eligibility under competing programs.
How to apply: The Request for Applications is usually initiated on the first of January of
each year, and are typically due in May of the same year. Grant application materials
can be found on the program's website (http://www.lccmr.leg.mnn
Agency: Hennepin County
Proqram: Natural Resources Grant
• Purpose: To provide grant assistance to landowners, local governments and
organizations for projects to preserve and restore critical corridors and wildlife
habitat, reduce soil erosion and improve water quality.
• Eligible applicants: Hennepin County individual landowners, non-profit and non-
governmental organizations, local government agencies, and businesses.
• Eligible project examples: Projects that implement Best Management Practices
(BMPs)to restore native vegetation, reseed pastures, stabilize stream banks, restore
wetlands, reduce soil erosion, reduce stormwater runoff volume, and/or increase
infiltration, install grass waterways, install vegetated filter strips, construct rain
gardens.
• Level of assistance: Up to $50,000. Maximum cost-share is 75% of total eligible
project cost. Applicant is responsible for 25% of the cost of project installation.
Contribution may be cash and/or in-kind contribution. Available funds may be
available as a match for projects where Hennepin County is a partner.
• How to apply: Information, funding schedule and grant application materials can be
found on the County website (http://www.hennepin.us/residents/environment/natural-
resou rces-fundin�)
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Great River Greening grant opportunities
Inter-Governmental Cooperation
One of the key Natural Resource Management Plan implementation programs is Golden
Valley's cooperation with others including federal, state, and local agencies, non-profit
organizations, and adjacent local governments. The reason this is so important is because
Natural Resources are not limited by jurisdictional boundaries. Planning and management
issues often have regional implications that impact several jurisdictions. Coordination
agreements and cooperative decisions must be made to effectively implement the City's Natural
Resources Management Plan as well as to help other jurisdictions attain their goals and
policies. Key partners include adjacent cities, Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, Three
Rivers Park District, Hennepin County, MnDOT, Robbinsdale and Hopkins School Districts,
Perpich Center for Arts Education, Metropolitan Council
Action Items -
A final step in the Natural Resources Management planning process is to set priorities for
general and specific management strategies for the City's natural resources and specific Nature
Areas to achieve its vision, goals, objectives and policies. Just as distinct policies can speak to
a given goal, a community can select a range of action items or steps consistent with its policies
—to achieve any of its goals. Reaching an understanding of which should be given the highest
priority and a given timeframe is a key step in implementing the Natural Resources
Management Plan.
Table 6.1 summarizes a list of critical action items to implement the Plan's policies. The action
items have been assigned a priority rating of high, medium, or low and assigned a completion
timeline in terms of short, medium, or long timeframe that the City should undertake to
implement the Plan. Also included are action items that will need to be acted upon on an on-
going basis. The recommended action items may require substantial cooperation with other
agencies, local governments, interest groups, homeowners, etc. In addition, other local
government and agency priorities may affect the completion of these key actions in the time
frames presented.
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Table 6.1 Natural Resource Implementation Action Item Matrix(update based on indiv area plans in Ch.5)
Short- Medium- Long-
Priority Term Term Term On- Est.Cost
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Years Years Years
General Natural Resource Improvements
Address encroachment through
education, identification, and boundary High X X $25,000
demarcation
Develop communication/education plan
with topics and schedule,deliver using High X $25,000
website&new technolo ies
Market nature areas, and distinguish Medium X X $10,000
them from active parks
Expand certain nature areas through $5,000 to
agreement, easement, or acquisition as Medium X X $25,000
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Develop maintenance schedule for Medium X $5,000
nature areas and open spaces
Complete tree inventory in all nature Low X $20,000
areas and open spaces
Adeline Nature Area
Remove Buckthorn High X X $10,000
Manage Woodland Health Medium X $5,000
Bassett Creek Nature Area
Remove/control buckthorn High X X $10,000
Remove undesirable trees, establish Medium X $10,000
mixed age-class of oak trees
Regrade erosional channels along the Medium X $2,000
bluff and address concrete fill
Reestablish oak savanna Low $20,000
Briarwood Nature Area
Remove buckthorn High X X $30,000
Controlled burns, herbicide applications, High X X $25,000
periodic reseeding
Remove damaged trees, plant younger Medium X $10,000
and more diverse trees
General Mills Nature Preserve
Reed canary grass, purple loosestrife High X X $35,000
control within wetland bank
Controlled burns, herbicide applications, High X $21,000
periodic reseeding
Remove buckthorn Low X X $10,500
Remove damaged trees, plant younger Low X $10,000
and more diverse trees
Golden Ridge Nature Area
Remove buckthorn High X X $8,000
Maintain&plant younger conifers Medium X $8,000
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Laurel Avenue Greenbelt
Remove buckthorn High X X $8,000
Tree Inventory Low X $6,600
Mary Hills Nature Area
Remove buckthorn High X X $25,000
Remove damaged trees, plant younger Medium X $20,000
and more diverse trees
Pennsylvania Woods Nature Area
Remove buckthorn High X X $8,000
Maintain maple-basswood community, Medium X $10,000
plant younger trees
Rice Lake Nature Area
Bassett Creek bank stabilization High X X $20,000
Herbicide reed canary grass,cattails, Medium X X $20,000
and purple loosestrife
Remove undesirable trees,establish Low X X $10,000
native woodland communities
Western Avenue Marsh
Remove undesirable trees,establish Medium X $6,500
native woodland communities
Remove/control reed canary grass Medium X $6,000
Note:For total management acreage estimates per sfrategy, see Specific Nature Area Management Plans in
Chapter 5 of this document.
Table 6.2 summarizes a list of critical action items to implement the Plan's policies related to
amenities. These are similarly important to the public value of the nature areas, but reflect the
physical aspects of the user's experience, and less the ecological importance. Like the natural
resource improvements, the amenity action items have been assigned a priority rating of high,
medium, or low and assigned a completion timeline in terms of short, medium, or long
timeframe that the City should undertake to implement the Plan. The majority of the major
recommendations overlap the areas, and are part of a process to unify the management and
use of the areas.
Table 6.2 Nature Area Amenity Improvement Action Item Matrix
Short- Medium- Long-Term
Term Term
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General Amenity Improvements
Standardize and Install Entrance High X X $100,000
Signs throughout system
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Complete sign and amenity design High X
guidelines
Install general wayfinding and Medium X
educational signage
Install Trash/Recycling Receptacles Medium X X $40,000
Install Pet Waste Receptacles Low X X $20,000
Complete field assessment of open Low X
space parcels
Specific Nature Area Recommendations
Adeline Nature Area
Install benches near entrance and at Medium X $1,500
dock
Remove and maintain tree limbs Medium X X $1,000
and shrubs obstructing views
Install interpretive sign Low X $3,000
Install post and cable barrier
Install tunnel under the Union Pacific �oW X $500,000
railroad tracks
Bassett Creek Nature Area
Reroute lower trail, pavement High X $70,000
improvements
Install additional interpretive sign Medium X $3,000
along the creek
Install new benches along the trail at
appropriate intervals or at key Medium X $6,000
viewpoints
Briarwood Nature Area
Obtain agreements,easements, or
complete land exchange to High X $10,000
formalize social trails for public
usage
Extend trail, possible pavement High X $95,000
improvements
Install benches at regular intervals Medium X $6,000
or at key viewpoints
Install additional interpretive signs Low X $6,000
along trail
General Mills Nature Preserve
Maintain trail system Low X $5,000
Golden Ridge Nature Area
Install new sign at entry locations Low X $15,000
Install interpretive sign along the trail Low X $3,000
within the conifer plantation
Install new benches along two main Low X $3,000
trails
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Laurel Avenue Greenbelt
Install interpretive sign along trail at Medium X
key vantage points $15,000
Install benches at entry and on deck Medium X $12,000
overlook
Natural surFace trail development Low X $18,000
Pavement improvements(6'wide Low X $30,000
asphalt trail)revise 8 feet wide
Install canoe access for recreation Low X
us of the ponds $5,000
Mary Hills Nature Area
Collaborate on the Sochacki
Park/Mary Hills/Rice Lake Nature High X $25,000
Area plan
Pennsylvania Woods Nature Area
Maintain culvert maintenance
access High X $8,000
Install 2 types of educational signs Medium X $6,000
Install new benches along the trail at Medium X $6,000
regular intervals or at key viewpoints
Rice Lake Nature Area
Collaborate on the Sochacki
Park/Mary Hills/Rice Lake Nature High X $25,000
Area plan
Evaluate stability of Bassett Creek
span, resurface natural surface High X $30,000
trails, repair/replace dock transition
Install new benches at entry and on
deck overlook Medium X $2,000
Western Avenue Marsh
Extend new trail, pavement
improvements(6'wide asphalt)8 Medium X $50,000
feet wide
Install interpretive sign Medium X $3,000
Install new benches at entry and on Low X
deck overlook $3,000
Adaptive Management Success Criteria
Implementation of natural resource adaptive management is typically defined as successful if
progress is made toward achieving its goals through a "learning-based" or adaptive decision
making process. Recognizing success in an adaptive management approach are based on four
criteria (See Figure 6.2):
• Stakeholders are actively involved and committed to the process.
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• Progress is made toward achieving management objectives.
• Results from monitoring and assessment are used to adjust and improve management
decisions.
• Implementation is consistent with applicable laws.
Figure 6.2 Adaptive Management Success Model
Adaptive Management Success
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Maintaining the Plan
To ensure the Natural Resources Management Plan remains a dynamic and usable document,
the City should implement an on-going planning process that uses the Plan to develop annual
improvement projects. It should also be reviewed and evaluated periodically to ensure that its
goals, objectives, policies, and programs continue to reflect changing needs. To serve as an
effective tool, the Plan should be used as part of the day-to-day and monthly planning and
management routine by committed elected and appointed officials, City staff members and
citizens. The Plan should also be referenced in other planning studies and reports when
considering any impacts or improvements to the City's natural resources.
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Amending and Updating the Plan
Amending the Plan
While major updates are typically made every ten years, periodic amendments can provide an
opportunity for relatively minor plan updates and revisions such as changed conditions— in
future land use designations, nature area expansions, implementation actions, and review of the
Plan for consistency with ordinances. Process for Amending the Natural Resources
Management Plan should be similar to the process used to develop this Plan.
Updating the Plan
The City of Golden Valley should review this Natural Resources Management Plan annually. If
there are significant physical changes; changes in community needs, priorities, trends; or
significant regulatory changes by adjacent jurisdictions or agencies with oversight, the City
should update the Plan accordingly. At a minimum, the City should update this Plan every ten
years or in conjunction with the Comprehensive Plan Update. The process for updating the
Natural Resources Management Plan should be similar to the process used to develop this
Plan.
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4. Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council Financial Update
Prepared By
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Summary
The Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council (NWHHSC) is a joint powers agreement (JPA)
made up of nine northwest municipalities within Hennepin County: Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn
Park, Corcoran, Crystal, Golden Valley, Hanover, Maple Grove, New Hope, and Osseo. The
NWHHSC is governed by an Executive Board comprised of one representative appointed by each
member city. The NWHHSC is responsible for the overall research, planning and coordination of
human services for the northwest Hennepin area:
• Research -demographic make-up of communities, community needs
• Planning - how to meet the identified and changing needs
• Coordination - a convener of people and organizations to create partnerships that address
human service issues.
The NWHHSC has been notified that Hennepin County will not renew their contracts with the
NWHHSC as of June 30, 2015. Instead, Hennepin County will be using the funds to directly
provide and further enhance the services through Hennepin County.
In 2014, 81% of the NWHHSC's funding was from contracts with Hennepin County, 16% from
member city contributions and 3%from other sources. The reduction in contracts with Hennepin
County after June 30, 2015 equal $394,670. Member city contributions for 2014 equal $100,393.
For 2015, Golden Valley's member contribution is $8,556. The NWHHSC's 2014 Budget was
$830,363. In order to balance the 2015 budget, the NWHHSC has had to substantially reduce its
budget from $830,363 in 2014 down to $491,693, a reduction of 68.88%. In addition, the
NWHHSC will use $136,000 of its $425,170 (31.99%) in reserves.
In recent months, the Executive Board has been in discussions as to the future viability of the
NWHHSC due to its lack of financial resources. According to the JPA, each member city has a
proportionate vote based on the member city's population when it comes to voting on
organizational matters and distribution of assets, should the organization dissolve. Given this,
Golden Valley has 21 votes which represent 9.09%.
The majority votes of member cities (Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, New Hope) representing
51.95% of the vote want to form a new organization without first dissolving the current JPA and
use the $425,170 in reserve funds for the new organization. Forming a new organization without
dissolving the current JPA is outside the scope of the current JPA. Member cities that voted to
dissolve NWHHSC and distribute the remaining assets in accordance with Article IX, Section 1 of
the JPA (proportionately) are: Maple Grove, Crystal, Corcoran, Osseo and Golden Valley,
representing 48.05% of the vote.
Given the NWHHSC financial situation and that majority votes will not result in a dissolution of
the current JPA, Golden Valley has these options moving forward:
• Continue its active membership in NWHHSC, resulting in a contribution of$8,556 or more
annually. Contributions to member cities may be increased due to the guaranteed future
funding shortfalls and the organization will likely dissolve in 2016 with the lack of funding
and use of all remaining reserves to fund 2016 operations.
• Discontinue membership in NWHHSC, effective January 1, 2016, resulting in a savings of
$8,556 or more annually and forfeiting Golden Valley's future distribution of reserves
($26,286 as of January 1, 2016), should the majority of the Executive Board vote to
dissolve after January 1, 2016.
• Assist the majority member cities to create a new organization using the current JPA
reserve funds.
It is requested that Council provide direction as to the status of the City's future involvement in
the NWHHSC.
Attachments
• Amended Joint and Cooperative Agreement (8 pages)
• Program Activities that include Golden Valley (2 pages)
• NWHHSC 2015 Annual Operating Budget (1 page)
• Redpath and Company 2014 Independent Auditor's Report Summary and Note 11 (3 pages)
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Executive Summary
Golden Valley Council/Manager Meeting
May 12, 2015
Agenda Item
5. Hennepin County Tax-Forfeited Land - 840 Pennsylvania Avenue South (Weavewood)
Prepared By
Marc Nevinski, Physical Development Director
Summary
The property at 840 Pennsylvania Avenue South has an extensive history of property
maintenance related concerns with the City. Last fall, the property went into tax forfeiture.
Shortly thereafter staff responded to a complaint at the property, which lead to several
inspections by the Fire and Building Inspections Departments. The inspections resulted in the
Building Official posting the property as uninhabitable due to numerous code violations
identified. Since that time, staff has been in contact with Hennepin County, who manages the
tax-forfeited properties in the County on behalf of the State, regarding the issues and possible
future of the property.
Under State Statute, there are several ways in which a county can dispose of tax-forfeited
property.
1. The property can be repurchased by the prior owner for back taxes and fees.
2. The property can be auctioned off one year after the tax forfeiture date.
3. The County can sell the property to another government agency for market value for any
public purpose for which the agency is authorized to acquire property.
Earlier this year, a group asked City staff if the City would consider a "pass-through" sale of the
property, in which the City would buy the property from the County and then immediately resell
it to the group, who would then rehabilitate the property and eliminate the blighting conditions.
Staff has researched this request and believes the HRA would be the appropriate governmental
agency to purchase the property, as one of its primary purposed is to eliminate blight. The pass-
through and subsequent rehabilitation of the building would eliminate a chronically blighted
property and increase tax base in Golden Valley. Staff envisions the following process:
1. The purchasing group first entering into a redevelopment agreement with the HRA.
2. HRA passes a resolution authorizing the purchase of the property from the County.
3. The purchasing group deposits the purchase price, fees and expenses with the HRA.
4. The HRA to close on the property with the County and then the HRA closes with the
purchasing group.
5. The purchasing group rehabilitates the property within an agreed upon time frame.
Staff does have concerns about the environmental conditions which may exist on the property
and the liability to the HRA if it appears in the chain of title. If these concerns can be addressed,
then staff recommends the City/HRA pursue the pass-through.
Attachments
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