HomeMy WebLinkAbout12.B. Letter of Request for Conveyance of Mn/DOT Parcel 75
CITY OF SHAKOPEE J). . 8,
MEMORANDUM
To: Mayor and City Council
Mark McNeill, City Administrator
From: Mark Themig, Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Director
Meeting Date: August 2, 2006
Subject: MN/DOT Parcel 75 Request
INTRODUCTION
This agenda items seek input from City Council on the general terms of conveying
MNIDOT Parcel 75 to the City, and authorization to submit the request.
DISCUSSION
The attached staff report to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board outlines my
understanding of MNIDOT's position regarding the conveyance of Parcel 75 to the City.
Based on my most recent discussions with Cyrus Knutson, Program Jurisdiction
Manager for MN/DOT, MN/DOT is prepared to move ahead in conveying the property to
the City at this time.
The Advisory Board recommended that City Council proceed with submitting the request
under the general terms proposed. Prior to making this recommendation, the Advisory
Board had considerable discussion about two items:
1. Whether MNIDOT's requirement to limit development was generally consistent with
the master plan for the Southbridge area.
2. What success the City would have in making a long-term commitment to stewardship
of the sight.
I believe that with the proposed changes to relocate the active development south of
Southbridge parkway, the goals in the master plan are being met while protecting even
more of the sensitive ecological areas. In considering the long-term commitment, Parcel
75 is part of a larger area in the Southbridge and East Dean Lake area that the City
needs to proactively manage. I can't say for sure what this means until we have an
opportunity to work with our Public Works department in developing the management
plan referenced in the report to the Advisory Board.
The Advisory Board deferred comment on the unpaid special assessment, as this is a
City Council decision. As noted in the staff report, City Council appears to have two
options:
1. Pay the assessment and interest from the Park Reserve Fund or other fund.
2. Write off the assessment.
REQUESTED ACTION
City Council is asked to provide direction on submitting the request to MNIDOT on
conveying Parcel 75 to the City. In addition, City Council is asked to provide direction on
how to handle the unpaid special assessment.
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CITY OF SHAKOPEE
MEMORANDUM
To: Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
From: Mark Themig, Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Director
Meeting Date: July 24, 2006
Subject: MNIDOT Parcel 75 Request
INTRODUCTION
This agenda item seeks feedback and a recommendation from the Advisory Board
regarding the final request (hopefully) to MNIDOT for the conveyance of ownership for
Parcel 75 in South bridge to the City.
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION
The City has been working for several years with MNIDOT for the conveyance of
ownership of Parcel 75 from MN/DOT to the City. The negotiations have went from
MNIDOT conveying the parcel at no cost - to the City buying the parcel at fair market
value - to the City bonding for a new MNIDOT maintenance facility. In addition, the
City's discussions in the early 2000's about potentially locating a fire station on the
property and the future of other remnant MN/DOT parcels in Shakopee and Jackson
Township may have had some impact on the negotiations.
For the past two years, I have been working directly with Cyrus Knutson, Jurisdiction
Program Manager for MNIDOT, to move the conveyance of the property forward. In
addition, I have also been working with Mr. Knutson on the status of the Holmes Street
bridge (old Hwy 169 bridge), which MN/DOT has an obligation to restore or replace, but
does not have the authority to own once its obligations are met (there is no state
highway associated with the bridge - CSAH 101 was transferred to Scott County).
During this time, there was preliminary discussion about tying future ownership of the
bridge to ownership of Parcel 75. In other words, ifthe City accepted ownership of a
restored bridge, MNIDOT would convey ownership of Parcel 75 to the City. MNIDOT has
backed off of this idea, as the timeline for restoration of the bridge is not known.
We are at a pointwhere Mr. Knutson has asked that I prepare a final letter of request for
conveyance of ownership. He believes that MN/DOT officials recognize that this
discussion has went on for too long, and MNIDOT will proceed with the conveyance.
However, there are a three items that the Advisory Board and City Council need to be
aware of and discuss prior to submitting the letter:
1. Limits on Future Development of the Parcel
Due to the unique ecology of the site, MN/DOT would likely put restrictions on the
type of development that would be allowed on portions of the parcel. These
limitations would most likely be done through a conservation easement. Specifically,
Mr. Knutson has indicated that MNIDOT intends to require the City to follow the
allowable development that has been identified in the draft Parcel 75 Vegetation
Management Plan (attached), developed by the DNR, MN/DOT, Xcel Energy, and
the City. This plan only allows "minimum recreation disturbances", such as trails and
educational kiosks that are designed to foster awareness and appreciation of the
ecology.
For the most part, this is consistent with the Dean Lake/Southbridge Park master
plan (relevant sections attached) that was developed in 2001, which identified only
trails through the majority of the woodland. The only exception is that the master plan
showed more active development directly north of Southbridge Parkway. In working
with MN/DOT and the DNR on the management plan, it turns out that this area
actually contains some of the rare plant species found on the site.
Limiting active development in this area initially appeared to be a problem as it did
not conform to the master plan, which the residents helped develop. However, in
meeting with representatives from the four Southbridge homeowner's associations,
they actually concurred with MN/DOT's requirement and suggested that the area
directly south of Southbridge Parkway (under the power lines) would be a better
location for more active uses. Andrea Weber has evaluated the area and the power
line easement restrictions and believes that we can construct the amenities the
residents' desire for this area: more active use components such as basketball,
challenge play, ice skating, etc. Therefore, it does not appear that MNIDOT's
development limitations would be a severe hardship.
2. Unpaid Special Assessments
There is approximately $368,000 of unpaid assessments on the property for the
costs of constructing South bridge Parkway, and just over $117,000 in accumulated
interest. In talking to Gregg Voxland, Finance Director for the City, apparently
MNIDOT does not pay special assessments on any property it owns.
The bonds that were used to finance construction of South bridge Parkway have
been paid off. In other words, the assessment and interest still show up on the City's
financial records, but all the financing has been paid for. I asked Mr. Voxland how we
could pay the bonds without collecting the assessment, and apparently it has to do
with "pre-payment" of assessments and interest generated from those pre-payments.
The City Council would have two options to deal with the assessment:
a. Pay the assessment and interest from the Park Reserve Fund or other fund.
b. Write off the assessment.
Since the bonds have been paid, paying the assessment from the Park Reserve fund
would only transfer money from one fund to another. It would seem to me that
"writing off" the assessment would make the most sense. However, that is a City
Council decision.
3. Future Stewardship
By accepting ownership ofthe property, I believe that the City must accept
responsibility for future ecological stewardship of the property. As identified in the
management plan, this parcel represents some of the last remaining oak savanna in
the Minnesota River Valley, and there is less than 2/10 of 1 % of the original pre-
settlement oak savanna in the Midwest. The City worked with MN/DOT in 2005 to
remove about 400 trees infected with oak wilt on the property. Future work would
include removing and controlling invasive species and weeds and opening up the
woodland for germination of native seed banks that are likely still viable in the soil.
Although management programs exist for the Dean Lakes Development
conservation easement areas on the west side of Dean Lake, we have not
completed a management plan for the park and open space in Southbridge/East
Dean Lake, nor have we fully implemented the management plan for Parcel 75.
Ryan Hughes, Natural Resource Specialist, will be working with our Public Works
department and area residents in 2006-2007 to develop the overall management
plan for the Southbridge/East Dean Lake area, and we hope to implement the
program in either 2007 in 2008.
Accepting stewardship of the Parcel 75 would likely require some financial
commitment, although I believe the majority of the commitment would. be the labor to
conduct the work identified in the management plan. By working closely with area
residents and local civic organizations such as scout programs, I would anticipate
that we can reduce the City's labor commitment.
Based on recent land sales, the value of the 50-acre parcel is likely somewhere
between $5 million and $10 million if it were sold on the open market. In talking with
Ryan Hughes, we would anticipate that the City's financial commitment for the
stewardship program (supplies and contractual services such as a burn leader or oak
wilt root severing) would not likely exceed $5,000-$10,000 per year in the early years
of the program depending on the scope of work (0.1-0.2% of the value of the
property), and would decrease as the site is restored to its pre-settlement conditions
and less management is required. The City would also incur staff time to either
conduct the work or coordinate volunteers.
REQUESTED ACTION
The Advisory Board is asked to review the proposed letter of request, discuss the terms
of the conveyance and special assessment, and make a recommendation to the City
Council on the final letter of request for conveyance of the MN/DOT Parcel 75.
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August 3, 2006
Deb Anderson-Sleeper
Right-of-Way
MNIDOT Metropolitan Division
1500 West County Road 82
Roseville, Minnesota 55113
Subject: MN/DOT Parcel 75 in Shakopee
Dear Ms. Anderson-Sleeper,
Parcel 75 is a 50-acre parcel of land that the Minnesota Department of Transportation
owns in eastern Shakopee. The City has been in discussion with various MN/DOT staff
over the past few years regarding conveying ownership to the City. I am writing to
request that we move forward on the conveyance at this time.
Parcel 75 was acquired as right-of-way as part of the Highway 169 by-pass. After the
completion of Highway 169, the City approved the South bridge development south of
169, and Parcel 75 remained mostly in tact, with a roadway bisecting the southern
portion of the parcel (Southbridge Parkway).
The parcel is an important parcel to the City. In early discussions with MN/DOT staff, the
parcel was identified as a potential park and open space site, and South bridge
development plans carried this concept forward. The parcel's wooded characteristics
and undisturbed state appeared to be ideal for incorporating into the City's park and
open space system. As such, the City completed a park master plan for the Dean
Lake/Southbridge area in 2001, and Parcel 75 was an important part of that plan. I've
attached select sections that reference Parcel 75 for your review.
Since then, the City has worked with MNIDOT, the DNR, and Xcel Energy staff to
evaluate the ecological characteristics of the site and develop a vegetation management
plan. What we found through the evaluation was important:
. The parcel represents some of the last remaining native oak savanna in the
Minnesota River Valley. (Today, less than 2/10 of 1 % of the original pre-settlement
oak savanna remains in the Midwest.)
. There is high biodiversity of native grasses and forbes despite surrounding
development and the presence of invasive plants.
. Native seed banks are.likely still viable in many areas of the parcel.
Although previous discussions with MNIDOT staff included the potential for more
intensive development (including a possible fire station), the City is committed to
preserving the property in its current state with only minimum recreation disturbances as
identified in the vegetation management plan, including trails and educational kiosks that
are designed to foster awareness and appreciation of the uniqueness of the savanna. In
addition, the City is committed to improve the ecology within the site as identified in the
vegetation management plan, as demonstrated by our partnership with MN/DOT in
removing oak wilt in 2005.
The City is updating its five-year capital improvement program, which includes park
development within Parcel 75 planned for 2007. Although the master plan calls out
active uses north of Southbridge Parkway, in working with the four homeowner's
associations in the South bridge area, we have modified the development concept to
remove the active development from the most sensitive areas north of South bridge
Parkway and relocate it to the south. of the Parkway. Representatives from the
homeowner's associations are excited about this concept, as it preserves the important
ecological aspects of the parcel and utilizes previously disturbed areas.
In order to proceed with preparing the plans, the City is requesting that MN/DOT begin
work to convey ownership of the parcel to the City. In working with Cyrus Knutson, one
of the suggestions he made was that a conservation easement be placed on the majority
of the parcel that would limit disturbances to those identified as recreation disturbances
in the vegetation management plan. The City is agreeable to this, and would offer to
prepare a draft using our existing conservation easements as a template to expedite the
process.
I am very hopeful that we can move forward on conveying ownership of this parcel to the
City in the very near future, the first step in protecting and enhancing this valuable
resource. If you would like to meet to discuss the terms and/or timeline for conveyance
of the parcel, please let me know. I look forward to working with you.
Sincerely,
Mark Themig
Director
Attachments: Dean Lake/Southbridge Park and Open Space Plan (select sections)
Parcel 75 Vegetation Management Plan
2007-2011 Draft Capital Improvement Program Worksheet
Letters of Support for Conveyance of the Parcel
cc: Cyrus Knutson, Jurisdiction Program Manager
Lisa Freese, South Area Manager
Mark McNeill, City Adminstrator
Mayor and City Council via Activity Report
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Environmental Advisory Committee
Parcel 75: Oak Savanna
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Vegetation Management Plan
May 2005
Parcel 75: Oak Savanna Management Plan
Parcel 75 - Oak Savanna
Natural Resource Management Plan and ResourceInventory
I. Introduction
Parcel 75, currently owned by MnlDOT, is located in the NW V4 of the SE V4 of Section 11,
Township 115N, Range 22W in the City of Shako pee, Scott County, Minnesota. It is
southwest of the Trunk Highway 169 and County Road 18 interchange along Southbridge
Parkway and approximately % mile northeast of Deans Lake.
The 40-acre parcel includes a native oak savanna- sand barrens subtype, and two high-voltage
transmission lines (HVTL) owned by Xcel Energy. Xcel Energy prepared an Environmental
Assessment Worksheet (EA W) regarding the addition. of a third HVTL next to the existing
one on the west edge of the parcel. Construction of the towers for the third HVTL began in
January 2005.
This vegetation management plan describes a coordinated strategy for stewardship that
addresses biological management, obligations of ownership, and visitor management.
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnlDOT), the Minnesota Department of
Natural Resources (DNR), the City of Shakopee, and Xcel Energy worked cooperatively to
develop the management strategies described in this plan. The plan references plant and
animal inventories prepared by the DNRin 1980, 1995, and updated in 2004.
A. Site Significance
Today, Parcel 75 represents some of the last remaining native oak savanna in the Minnesota
River Valley. Before European settlement, oak savanna in Minnesota covered roughly 10%
of the state (http://w,,,w.nps.~ov/miss/restoration/oaksav.html). Today, less than 65,000
acres, only 2/10 of 1 %, remains ofthe original pre-settlement oak savanna in the Midwest
(http:/ /nature.orglwherewework/northamerica/states/milmesota/preserves/art6944.html ).
Nearly all of the mesic oak savanna in the state has been cleared for farming or has been
developed for residential or commercial use. There are more examples of dry oak savanna
remaining in the state but these are also very rare.
The pre-settlement vegetation of the Shakopee area was predominately oak savanna with
seasonally flooded wetland basins and fresh meadows. Parcel 75, now surrounded by
residential development and roads, is a remnant of a unique type of savanna, referred to as .
sand barrens, that occurs on well-drained sandy substrate. The site still harbors many native
species of xeric-adapted grasses and forbs as well as some mesic species in lower areas. See
Appendix 7 for the 2004 species list.
Many open grown bur oaKS ana-15ufOak seedlings exist throughout the site. The biodiversi~-- ..
of native grasses and forbs is still high despite the presence of invasive plants such as
buckthorn, tartarian honeysuckle, leafy spurge, garlic mustard, and reed canary grass. Native
seed banks are likely still viable in the open grassland areas as well as some of the areas that
are becoming more closed-in woodlands.
The site is about one mile south of the Minnesota River and the Wilke Unit ofthe Minnesota
River Valley National Wildlife ~~!uge. It is less than one mile northeast of Deans Lak~ and._
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II. Existing Condition
In 1995, the DNR Minnesota County Biological Survey (MCBS) Program included Parcel 75
in a survey done of the Deans Lake area. The area mapped as native plant communities
extended north and east from Dean's Lake to include Section 11, Tll5 R22W. A large
portion of this area was consequently destroyed and tumed into housing developments. The
50 acre savanna described in this plan, together with a small area north ofTH 169, is all the
oak savanna that is currently left in this site.
Soils on the site are predominantly fine sand. Plant species common throughout the area
today include leadplant, little blue stem, base-branched three awn grass, clammy ground
cherry, large flowered beard-tongue, prairie cottonweed, side-oats grama, hairy grama,
porcupine grass, penstemon, rough blazing star, dotted blazing star, round-headed bush
clover, prairie junegrass. The species list from the 2004 survey is found in Appendix 7.
The absence of fire in the area has changed the character of the savanna. Non-native invasive
plant species such as buckthom, Tartarian honeysuckle, leafy spurge and reed canary grass
have become established on Parcel 75. Native species such as northern pin oak (avgdbh ~ 3-
5") and red cedar have become abundant and filled in the upland oak openings to create
overgrown woodlands; quaking aspen has filled in the lower areas, including a low area
classified as a Type 7 wooded swamp. Oak wilt is also present on the site and has been
treated twice, once in 1999 and again in November 2004.
m. Desired Condition
The goal for the site is to restore the natural disturbance regime, manage exotic and invasive
species, and achieve a savanna structure with less than 50% canopy cover. The aim is for
more species that are characteristic of a savanna and fewer that are found in shadier
woodlands; some scattered shady groves would not be uncharacteristic.
Plant species lists from surveys conducted in 1975, 1980, and 1995 (see Appendices) serve as
a reference point for the desirable plant community since the level of disturbance prior to
1997 was primarily limited to grazing.
The open-grown bur oaks and bur oak seedlings currently present on the site are included in
the desirable plant community. Generally, individual trees will occur scattered through the
site or in relatively small clusters. The open grasslands will include many species of xeric-
adapted grasses and forbs. A plant survey conducted in 1980 notes the presence of hairy
grama, sand dropseed, little bluestem, and sand reed grass, along with golden aster, lead
plant, blazing star, pasque flower, purple prairie clover and large-flowered penstemon, and
rhombic petalled primrose. Grasses found at the site include Indian grass, switch grass, and
big bluestem. In 1975, as well as presently, Junegrass, blue grama, side-oats grama,
porcupine grass and needle grass; heath aster and puccoon have been noted on the site.
Bluebeny and bog birch were also noted in the lower areas of the site in 1980.
By implementing a vegetation management strategy designed to manage invasive plant
species, treat disease (oak wilt), open up the woodland and include controlled burns, the
natural savanna character ofthe-site-should-be much improved by 2010. Because the ---.--.-..
degradation to this site occurred as aresult of surface disturbance (e.g. grazing and
disturbance related to nearby residential and commercial development) rather than a deeper
disruption of the substrate and the root beds of the plant community, it is likely that the seed
bank of native species is still viable.
There are several conditions present at the site that pose considerable challenges for
restoration. Residential development and roadways surround Parcel 75 (housing on the west
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As an on-going practice, diseased and at-risk trees should be cut and stumps treated with an
effective herbicide applied with a pipe dauber to individual stumps rather than broadcast
spraying. Cut trees should either be chipped or removed from the site to prevent sporulation
of the fungus. Any chips left at the site should be scattered at low densities (< I" layers) so
as to not inhibit the growth of the ground layer of native plants.
Additional remediation is recommended for the soil disturbance caused by the action of the
vibratory plow to inhibit or prevent opportunistic invasive plants (e.g. leafy spurge, garlic
mustard, ragweed, red cedar, etc) from becoming established. Raking the soil back into place
and reseeding with a quick-growing annual grass, such as rye or hybrid slender wheat grass
(ReGreen), will prevent erosion and allow the native seed bank to begin establishing on its
own. Supplemental re-seeding with local native species collected on the site may be
necessary as well.
B. Invasive Plant Management
Treatment for oak wilt will consequently open up the woodlands by removing infected and
at-risk trees. The integrity of the savanna will also depend on the management of non-native
invasive species as an important component of restoration and maintenance. Additional and
continued restoration strategies/ teclmiques are needed in order to preserve the native
character ofthis site.
Biological Control
Leafy spurge is on the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) "prohibited noxious
weeds" list in Minnesota. As such, landowners are responsible for its timely control or
eradication. Biocontrol for leafy spurge began on the site in 2004 when Mn/DOT foresters
released root-feeding flea beetles (Aphthona spp) on 5 locations within Parcel 75. Mn/DOT
will monitor the site and release additional beetles as necessary until such time as Parcel 75 is
conveyed to other ownership.
Herbaceous Plants
Garlic mustard is also on the MDA "prohibited noxious weeds" list. Bio-control research is
underway at several major universities. In the meantime, managing its spread is done
predominantly by mechanical methods such as manually pulling it out of the ground or
spraying it with herbicide, typically glyphosate (Rodeo@, Roundup@). Treatment is similar
for ragweed and reed canary grass. Controlled burns, when conducted in the spring, may
also reduce the plants' vigor and set back the population.
Brush Removal
Tartarian honeysuckle and buckthorn also have a significant presence on the site. These
shade tolerant introduced woody species grow quickly, filling in the understory and out-
competing native plant species. Red cedar, red oak and northern pin oak seedlings fill in the
tree canopy, shading out the herbaceous ground layer of plants. Managing woody shrub and
tree species requires cutting large shrubs and trees, then burning or removing the brush piles
and treating the stumps with herbicide (as for diseased trees). Care must be taken to avoid
----. damaging oaks from April to July.!o mjp.imize new infestations of oak wilt. Controlled bums ~_. -
will also help to prevent woody shrub species from taking over.
C. Native Plant Community Rejuvenation
Steps should be taken to rejuvenate the native plant seed bank concurrently with managing
invasive plants to facilitate establishing the desired plant community. Controlled bums serve
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E. Overall Management
The level of management at this site will need to be ongoing, diligent, and consistent but also
measured -- the "don't bite off more than you can chew" approach - for restoration activities
to be successful. Because it is bounded on all sides by development, the site will always be
pressured by human disturbance and the nearby populations of invasive non-native plants
(see Appendix 2 - Site Map). Restrictions on human use may be considered for activities that
have potential for considerable impact to the site (e.g. mountain bikes, playgrounds, picnic
areas, etc).
Native species currently present on the site provide a good resource for seed collection and
re-seeding throughout the site as needed (e.g; repairing vibratory plow lines). Controlled
bums will provide the seed bank an opportunity to rejuvenate and may minimize the need for
supplementing with nursery plants. Seeds and plants needed to supplement on-site sources
should corne from as local a seed source as possible.
The site has great potential for cooperative input between public and private influence. A
citizen's group, much like the one that participated in the development of the Deans Lake
Area Park, Open Space, and Trail Master Plan, would serve all stakeholders well to advocate
forthe preservation of the site.
V. BMP Priority Array
Table 1 below lists the primary restoration activities and, as an example, a relative
timeline through summer 2007.
Table 1 - Restoration Activities Timeline
Activity 2004
Fall Wtr Spg
Oak Wilt
- monitoring
- vibratory plow
- cutting/
removal
- re-seed plow
lines
Biocontrolforleafy
spurge (Aphthona spp)
Mow under power
lines
Shrub/ tree cutting,
on-goin when ossibJe
Controlled bums,
as ossibJe
Spray herbicide
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ragweed,)
Spray garlic mustard
(early spring or late
fall
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Reed canary grass may be controlled by using glyphosate. Early season herbicide treatment
may be more appropriate in grassy areas beneath the power lines when controlled bums are
not scheduled. http://www.weeds.iastate.edu/mqmt/2004/qiantraq.shtml
3. Controlled Burns
The timeliness of completing controlled burns may not be predictable due to the uncertainty
of funding resources and to the need for a very tight burn prescription for areas in close
proximity to the power lines and the adjacent roadways.
However, burns might be prioritized in various portions of the site as follows:
0 newly opened areas where diseased trees have been removed;
0 grassy areas away from power lines (will also weaken leafy spurge, ragweed, reed
canary grass, raspberry, etc).
VI. Funding and Resources Available
Public participation in many restoration activities required on the site will be a valuable
asset and reduce the need for a large funding base. Participants very often develop a
sense of ownership in the proj ect and are more likely to assume a role of stewardship of
the site.. Volunteer activities might include pulling invasive plants, cutting and removing
brush, collecting and distributing seed and as well as litter control. Local residents as
well as various businesses, Sentence-to-Serve, and Minnesota Conservation Corps are
some possible participants. Controlled burns, mowing and herbicide application should
be reserved for trained and licensed personnel.
3/21/05: emaild Bob Wryk for confllmation of this.
Mn/DOT will continue to fUnd usual right-of-way maintenance activities as long as the
property remains in .MnIDOT ownership. MnlDOT has also committed to funding
specific activities related to treating oak wilt: vibratory plow lines, cutting and treating
affected trees.
LCMR grants - Every two years, the Legislative Committee on Minnesota Resources
accepts grant applications that address the preservation or restoration of Minnesota
natural areas. A grant application could be submitted to the LCMR directly for
management of this site. The next round of funding wi111ikely be announced in 2005
with applications due in early 2006. htto://\v\vw.Jcmr.leg.mn/lcmr.l1tm
DNR Land conservation grants
Metro Greenwavs / Metro Conservation Corridors Program -- A portion of the
LCMR funds is typically granted to the MN DNR for the Greenways and
Conservation Corridors Program. A grant application could be submitted to the
DNR to contribute to the management of Parcel 75.
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/ grants/land/metrogreen. h tml
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MN ReLeafProgram--
The program assists Minnesota communities with planting and caring for their
trees for a variety of purposes. Treating oak wilt is included in the scope of
eligible activities. . http://wvlw.dnr.state.mn.us/grantsiforestm!m1t1releaf.html
Metropolitan Council
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collaborative effort of many entities including MnlDOT, the City of Shakopee, Xcel
Energy, non-profit organizations and public initiative.
Coordinating annual volunteer events to remove buckthorn and honeysuckle, as well as
garlic mustard, reed canary grass, -- cut red cedar, and collect and distribute seeds will
keep the community involved, contribute to managing invasive plants, and be an effective
use of limited funds.
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Appendix 1 - AppJicable Ordinances
DRAFT: NEW MINNESOTA NOXIOUS WEED LAW
(Adapted from S.F. 905 - 5/30/2003)
Minnesota Statutes Chapter 18, Sections 18.75 to 18.88
18.78 Control or eradication of noxious weeds.
Subdivision 1. Generally. A person occupying land, or a person responsible for the
maintenance of public land shall control or eradicate all noxious weeds on the land at a
time and in a manner ordered by the county agricultural inspector, or a local weed
inspector.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SHAKOPEE, MINNESOTA, AMENDING
SECTION 10.70 OF THE CITY CODE PERTAINING TO SHADE TREE DISEASE
CONTROL AND PREVENTION
Subd. 2. Definitions. The following terms, as used in this Section, shall have the meanings stated:
A. The term "shade tree disease" means Dutch elm disease or oak wilt disease.
B. The term "Tree Inspector" means the City Administrator, or such other employee of the
City as the Council may designate and who shall thereafter qualify, together with his duly
designated assistants.
C. The term "nuisance" means (1) any living or standing tree infected to any degree with a
shade tree disease; or, (2) any logs, branches, stumps or other parts of any dead or dying
tree, so infected, unless such parts have been fully burned or treated under the direction
of the Tree Inspector.
Subd. 4. Unlawful Act. It is a petty misdemeanor for any person to keep, maintain or permit upon
Premises ovvned by that person or upon public property where that person has the duty of tree
maintenance, any nuisance as herein defined.
Subd. 6. Abatement of Nuisance. Abatement of a nuisance, defined herein, shall be by spraying,
removing, burning, or otherwise effectively treating the infected tree or wood to prevent spread of
shade tree disease. Such abatement procedures shall be carried out in accordance with the current
technical and expert methods and plans as may be designed by the Commissioner of Agriculture
of the State of Minnesota. The City shall establish specifications for tree removal and disposal
methods consistent therewith.
Subd.7. Procedure for Removal ofInfected Trees and Wood.
B. Upon receipt of the Tree Inspector's report required by Subparagraph A, Item 1, the Council
shall by resolution order the nuisance abated.
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INTRODUCTION I PUBLIC PROCESS
Planning Process Theplanningprocess followed a step-by-step procedure that included public participation each step of the way.
The process also allowed for a series of internal checks and balances, which ensured that pertinent issues were
considered and addressed in the proper sequence and with due diligence. The formal schedule for the project
included the following public meetings:
~ March 15th, 2001 - Public meeting (project start-up / site analysis / programming)
~ March 29th, 2001 - Public meeting (presented concepts)
~ May 10th, 2001 - Public meeting (presented master plan)
~ May 17th, 2001 - Planning Commission Meeting
~ June 5th, 2001 - City Council Meeting
~ June 25th, 2001 - Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
In addition to the formal meetings, numerous informal meetings, phone conversations, and e-mails were
undertaken to ensure that issues were understood and that interested parties had direct access to the consultant
team to express their views and concerns.
Balancing Human Use of the Inherent to this project was finding the right balance between developing the land for human use while at the
same time preserving the natural and ecological values that are important to the community. In this context,
land and Natural Resource development refers to residential and commercial land uses as well as development of park and open space land
Preservation for recreation purposes. Figure 1.2 illustrates the balance that was being sought.
Figure 1.2 - Balancing human use and ecological preservation.
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Inherent to this project was finding the right balance
between developing the land for human use while at
the same time preserving the natural and ecological
values that are important to the community.
DEANS LAKE AREA PARK, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAIL MASTER PLAN 1.2
INTRODUCTION / PUBLIC PROCESS
Since the Deans Lake area is one of the more ecologically unique and valuable areas of the city, significant
Since the Deans Lake area is one of the more emphasis was placed on preserving as many of these natural qualities as possible. In addition to their intrinsic
ecologically unique and valuable areas of the city, values, preserving the area's natural landscape enriches the human, or cultural, experience for residents in the
significant emphasis was placed on preserving as community and those that will be working nearby in the proposed business park.
many of these natural qualities as possible.
Although preserving the natural values of the area is a fundamental underpinning of the master plan, it was also
recognized that .Iand development would legitimately continue to occur around Deans Lake in accordance with
the City's Comprehensive Plan. In this context, the master plan is pointedly respectful of property owners' rights to
develop land in an economically-viable manner. What the master plan does is set the stage for greater
collaboration between land developers and the city to ensure that cultural and ecological values are maximized
within the context of economically-viable and appropriate land development. Figure 1.3 illustrates these three key
factors in the context of creating a livable and sustainable community.
Figure 1.3 - Key factors in creating /ivableand
sustainable communities.
lotrinsic..ally linked ~lS"ects
Of..1 9Istain.."lble community
What the master plan does is set the stage for greater Ecology
"Conservation and
collaboration between land developers and the city to land stewardship"
ensure that cultural and ecological values are
maximized within the context of economically-viable
and appropriate land development.
Culture
"Liveable communities .
offering a high quality .
of life"
Planning Objective:
High quality of life in lhe contexl of
responsible land stewardsbip, economic
viability, and long-term slIstainabilily.
DEANS LAKE AREA PARK, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAIL MASTER PLAN 1.3
MASTER PLAN FOR PARKS, OPEN SPACES, AND TRAILS IN THE DEANS LAKE AREA
The following considers the first two objectives of the master plan for this planning area. The third one is
considered in the Ecological Stewardship and Water Resources section of the report.
Public Input on Key Planning Issues
The master plan for this area responds to the Public input related to the South bridge area is consistent with the overall recreational trends as previously defined.
Themaster plan for this area responds to the recreational amenities that residents identified as being needed, so
recreational amenities that residents identified as the items that are shown on the master plan are those that received the greatest public support.
being needed.
In addition to identifying desired recreational amenities, several other issues were brought to light during public
input sessions. After public consideration, the following conclusions were drawn on key issues:
~ Locating trails between Deans Lake and the new residential properties on the north side of the lake will not
occur for a couple of reasons. First, there is not enough space within the public open space to practically locate
a trail in this area without extensive use of floating boardwalks and bridges. Second, the residents that recently
purchased property did so with the understanding that no trail would exist in that location. While some showed
support for the trail ideal, the majority of residents directly affected did not, as expressed by a letter petition.
(Note: This concern underscores the difficulty of retrofitting trails into already established neighborhoods.)
~ Maximizing the use of the school property for athletic purposes was found to be desired and good public policy
in leveraging public investments for the benefit of all. The side benefit to this approach is that it allows more of
the land in the park preserve property to be preserved as natural open space, which is highly desired by
residents.
.. Preserving as many of the natural ecological systems of the area as possible was a very high priority. This
includes establishment of an ecological stewardship program that will help ensure that these systems remain
healthy and sustainable for future generations to enjoy.
The master plan for the Southbridge area that evolved from the public process provides a cross-section of
recreational amenities that complement one another and collectively meet identified needs. The following
considers each aspect of the master plan for this area.
Neighborhood Park Preserve
As shown on the Deans Lake Area Master Plan graphic, the Neighborhood Park Preserve is amajor cornerstone of
The Neighborhood Park Preserve is a major the park and open space system for the Southbridge area. Under the plan, its primary focus is on providing:
cornerstone of the park and open space system for the ~ Neighborhood-level active recreational amenities that service localized family needs.
South bridge area. ~ Community-level special-use facilities related to nature interpretation, outdoor performances, and
community/group gatherings.
~ Nature areas for passive recreational use and environmental interpretation.
Figure 2.2 illustrates the master plan for the Neighborhood Park Preserve.
DEANS LAKE AREA PARKS, OPEN SPACES AND TRAILS MASTER PLAi'1 2.4
MASTER PLAN FOR PARKS, OPEN SPACES, AND TRAILS IN THE DEANS LAKE AREA
Figure2.2 - Master Plan for the Neighborhood Park Preserve
Neighborhood Park Preserve
MASTER PLAN ' ;
NATURAL LANDSCAPE AREAS
ASPHALT TRAIL
NATURE TRAIL NATURE AREAS FOR PASSIVE
RECREATIONAL USE AND
NATURE INTERPRETIVE AREA ENVIRONMENTAL INTERPRETATION
NEIGHBORHOOD ACCESS POINT
PLAY AREA
COURT I GAMES AREA
PARKING lOT
MAINTAINED I ORNAMENTAL
LANDSCAPED AREAS
OPEN GREEN LAWN FOR
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DEANS LAKE AREA PARKS, OPEN SPACES AND TRAILS MASTER PLAi'1 2.5
MASTER PLAN FOR PARKS, OPEN SPACES, AND TRAILS IN THE DEANS LAKE AREA
The following considers each aspect of the master plan for the Neighborhood Park Preserve.
Play Area - creates a safe and interesting play environment for children. Specific elements include:
~ Play equipment for a variety of age groups. The play features will range from tradition play equipment to water-
The play area and other neighborhood park features sand play structures or other innovative ideas that make the play setting more interesting for children of all ages.
will be located in the open area adjacent to ~ Seating areas for adult observation.
South bridge Parkway, as shown in the photo. ~ Picnic tables for informal picnicking.
~ A pleasant landscaped setting, including larger trees for shade along with ornamental shrubs and ground-level
plants for aesthetics.
As shown in figure 2.2, the play area is set back from Southbridge Parkway to enhance the safety of younger
children using the play equipment. Figure 2.3 illustrates an enlargement of the play area.
Figure 2.2 - Play area enlargement
PLAY EQUIPMENT FOR A VARIETY OF AGE GROUPS
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DEANS LAKE AREA PARKS, OPEN SPACES AND TRAILS MASTER PLAi'1 2.6
MASTER PLAN FOR PARKS, OPEN SPACES, AND TRAILS IN THE DEANS LAKE AREA
Park Multipurpose Building - serves a variety of functions associated with neighborhood and community-level
activities - ranging from group gatherings to nature programs. The building is sited in a central location to service
the play area, performance area, and natural area. The architectural style of the building will complement the
The building will be sited in a central location to character of the more active areas, while at the same time blend into the surrounding natural landscape. Potential
service the play area, performance area, and natural building amenities include:
area. ~ Restrooms.
~ Multi-use room for summer programs, picnics, community meetings, and winter warming house. Services in the
multi-use room will likely be limited to a food preparation area. (Concessions are not anticipated.)
~ Storage and mechanical room.
~ Small office/attendant station.
An attached outside deck area is also shown to provide a sitting and observation area. The deck alsoincreases the
functional capacity of the building for group activities during the summer months.
Open Green Lawn for Informal Neighborhood Activities -potential uses range from neighborhood pick-up
games (soccer, baseball, or volleyball) to family gatherings and frisbee. The manicured turf area is bordered by
walkways and naturalized plantings to help define the space and provide access. Placing ornamental-type fencing
adjacent to the parkway is also recommended to enhance safety and site aesthetic qualities.
Court Games Area - provides facilities for popular neighborhood-level activities such as basketball and tennis. As
shown on the plan, the court games area is off to the periphery of the active use area to maximize the space
available for the open green lawn. This location also helps maintain a sense of separation between these activities
and the children's play area. Note that although a tennis court is shown on the master plan, determining its level
of priority should take into consideration the extent to which tennis courts are provided at the school site. If courts
are provided there, the need for an additional court within the park needs reevaluation.
Parking Lot - is sized to accommodate approximately 25 cars, which should be adequate to service day-to-day
neighborhood needs. An overflow parking area is also shown to provide off-street parking for periodic larger group
gatherings and community events. The overflow parking area will be planted with native prairie species that are
rigorous enough to handle periodic traffic. As considered later in this section, this area has also been defined as a
potential alternate site for a future fire station if the optimal location shown on the master plan does not prove to
be feasible.
Performance Area with Arbor and Gardens - designed as a flexible use area for smaller community events,
Designed as a flexible use area for smaller community neighborhood gatherings, small outdoor performances, and naturalist talks. The facility is designed to
accommodate up to several hundred people, although most of the use will likely be groups of less than 50. Seating
events, neighborhood gatherings, small outdoor will be on the grass or lawn chairs. The arbor structure and gardens are aesthetic enhancements and provide a
performances, and naturalist's talks. simple place to relax when the performance area is not in use. The entire performance area will be tucked into the
natural surroundings to create a sense of separation between it and the more active spaces. Figures 2.4 and 2.5
illustrate the performance area in greater detail.
DEANS LAKE AREA PARKS, OPEN SPACES AND TRAILS MASTER PLAi'1 2.7
MASTER PLAN FOR PARKS, OPEN SPACES, AND TRAILS IN THE DEANS LAKE AREA
Figure 2.4 .. Performance area enlargement.
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Development limited to trails, overlooks/sitting areas, Nature Interpretive Area - covering the largest potion of the park preserve site, this area will be maintained as a
and interpretive signage. natural area with development limited to trails, overlooks/sitting areas, and interpretive signage. Stewardship of the
native plant communities and ecological systems will be a high priority to ensure a healthy and sustainable natural
landscape.
DEANS LAKE AREA PARKS, OPEN SPACES AND TRAILS MASTER PLAi'1 2.8
MASTER PLAN FOR PARKS, OPEN SPACES, AND TRAILS IN THE DEANS LAKE AREA
Trails - multipurpose asphalt trails and sidewalks within the park preserve provide access from the surrounding
Multipurpose asphalt trails and sidewalks within the neighborhood to all facilities and park features. These trails will be universally accessible to allow for easy access to
park preserve provide access from the surrounding all park visitors. A looped multipurpose perimeter trail is provided within the neighborhood preserve as shown on
neighborhood to all facilities and park features. the plan. This trail is augmented by a series of soft-surfaced nature trails that traverse through the natural area. All
of the trails will be located to minimize disruption to the existing land forms and natural vegetation, as well as
provide a pleasant, intimate walk through a natural outdoor space. The internal trail system also connects with the
larger system to provide easy access to the park preserve from throughout the Deans Lake area.
Landscaping - both ornamental and natural landscaping will be found in the park preserve. The ornamental
landscaping will be associated with the active use areas and along the roadway. This will transition into a natural
landscape on the northern two-thirds of the site as shown on the plan. The ornamental landscape will be designed
to complement the streetscape features found along the roadway.
Neighborhood Access Point - provides a safe at-grade crossing of South bridge Parkway. The design
includes pavement enhancements, signage, ornamental fencing, lighting, and landscaping to create a safe and
pleasant sense of entrance to the park. The design of this area will also incorporate "traffic calming" techniques to
entice drivers to slow down and pay attention as they pass through the area.
Features to be included for winter use are a free Winter Activities - provides for year-round use of the neighborhood park area. Features to be included for winter
skating area, cross-country skiing, and, if achievable, a use are a free skating area, cross-country skiing, and, if achievable, a small sledding hill. Although the exact
small sledding hill. location for these has not been defined, it is expected that the skating area and sledding hill would be located in
close proximity to the building for warming purposes and ease of access from Southbridge Parkway.
Neighborhood Park Nodes
In addition to the Neighborhood Park Preserve, there are a number of smaller parcels of public land that are
defined under the master plan as neighborhood park nodes. As shown on the Deans Lake Area Master Plan, there
There are a number of smaller parcels of public land are a total of ten of these nodes in the Southbridge Area, most of which are less than an acre in size. With the
that are defined under the master plan as exception of #5, #10, and #11, all of these parcels will be maintained as open space and managed under the
neighborhood park nodes - most of which will be ecological stewardship program as a natural area. In each of these cases, the parcels are small and best suited as a
maintained as natural open space. natural buffer to the built form of the subdivision. On a site-by-site basis, the current condition of the sites is quite
variable. Some are covered with native plant communities, while others have been graded during the
development process and are still bare soil. In general, maintaining these as natural areas is desired. However, it is
expected that the type of natural vegetation will vary depending on the site. In some cases, a wooded landscape
will be appropriate, while in others a prairie with wildflowers might best suit the setting. Since development is still
occurring in some areas, the City and the developer should collaborate on the design for the sites that are now
disturbed.
With respect to the three other parcels listed above, varying degrees of development is proposed. In each,
development is kept very simple and limited. The following considers each of these nodes.
DEANS LAKE AREA PARKS, OPEN SPACES AND TRAILS MASTER PLAi'1 2.9
IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
Strategy for Implementing the Ecological Stewardship Program: Whereas moving forward on the development
Whereas moving forward on the development program is a clear priority for residents, developing and implementing an ecological stewardship program for the
program is a clear priority for residents, developing South bridge area should also remain a top priority. The reason for this is that the trend in ecological quality, as
and implementing an ecological stewardship program defined in Section HI - Ecological Stewardship Plan, is not encouraging. Given this, it becomes imperative that the
for the southbridge area should also remain a top City, with help from the residents, develop a comprehensive stewardship program for the natural areas in the near
priority. future and then implement it over a period of time in line with funding availability.
Even if the funding is limited in the early years, getting a program st?rted is vital for a number of reasons, including:
~ Establishing small test plots to determine site-specific restoration and management needs is critical to building
a successful program.
~ Beginning the process of reversing the downward trend in resource quality today will prove to be much more
cost effective than waiting until the conditions worsen as time goes on. Even if only modest gains are made to
begin with, it is still well worthwhile to begin the program sooner than later - from both an ecological and
economic perspective.
~ Educating local residents about the program, what it seeks to achieve, and the long-term value it brings in
terms of creating a healthy and sustainable natural landscape is a vital underpinning to the program's long-
term success. Coincidentally, healthy natural resources will also add value to the individual properties.
From a funding strategy perspective, the most critical factor is having a perpetual funding source in place for long-
From a funding strategy perspective, the most critical term management prior to undertaking any initial restoration activities. Lacking a long-term funding source, gains
factor is having a"perpetual funding source in place for made during initial restoration will easily be lost if not followed by prudent management in future years. In
long-term management prior to undertaking any initial essence, the natural open spaces in the South bridge area are living environments that can only be sustained
restoration activities. through the careful acts of man replicating (as best one can) the natural cycles once present. This very notion gets
to the core of a land ethic that takes on the responsibility today for the natural environment that the City hopes to
foster 10, 20, 50 years hence.
With respect to a specific funding strategy, it is important to recognize that the major investments come during
Phase I (testing phase) and Phase H (remedial phase) of the stewardship program as defined in Section III. As figure
3.2 illustrates, the remedial restoration work u~der Phase II is the most labor intensive and hence, most costly of all
of the phases. Once this work is completed, the funding needs for Phase HI (management phase) is at a much
lower level than that of the restoration phase.
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I IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
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As figure 3.2, illustrates, the cost for restoring ecological systems far outpaces the costs of taking care of them once
that is completed. What this means is that if these systems are managed carefully, the extraordinary costs
I associated with restoring them can be largely controlled in the future as long as the maintenance phase continues
indefinitely. Also, the longer that these ecological systems remain in a state of decline before efforts are made to
manage it, the more expensive (and scientifically challenging) it will be to restore them. The bottom line is that
restoring the natural systems in the Deans Lake area to a sustainable level of quality should be done sooner rather
than later.
With respecUo priorities, the following table provides an overview of the key priorities associated with the
ecological stewardship program for the Southbridge area.
DEANS LAKE AREA PARK, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAIL MASTER PLAN 5.8
IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
Implementation Implementation Focus Recommended Under this Phase Total Costs
Priority (In Dollars)
Priority 1 - Focus is on building upon the framework presented under this master plan to 20,000 to 30,000
Preparation of prepare a stewardship program that details each phase of implementation. This
Stewardship includes a detailed land cover classification map, refining ecological prototypes,
Program and developing restoration and management strategies for each condition that
is found.
Priority 2 - Once a plan is in place, establishing funding for implementing the plan must be N/A
Establish Funding done to ensure that funding for initial restoration is followed by a long-term
Mechanisms funding source for perpetual management. (This is considered in greater detail
following this table.)
Priority 3 - Focus is on rolling-out the program in a controlled fashion that is supported by Increases year-to-
Controlled Rol/- funding and scientific know-how. Given the magnitude of the overall program, year as more
Out of priority areas will need to be defined. In the South bridge area, priorities include acreage is restored
Restoration (in order):
Program 1 ) Restoration of the oak savanna and prairie systems within the
Neighborhood Park Preserve.
2) Restoration of oak savanna systems in the open spaces.
3) Restoration of the prairie systems in the open spaces,
4) Restoration of the wetland systems surrounding\he lake and ponds.
Note that the underlying rationale for the priorities is to focus first on key parks
and upland systems that will likely respond well to restoration. Restoring the
more challenging wetland systems is last, due to the fact that many factors play
a role in their condition, such as man-'Tlade water fluctuations. Note also that
these priorities are general and that the stewardship program will define ,
priorities in greater detail.
From a funding strategy standpoint, a fairly typical capital improvement fund often suffices for funding of the first
two phases of the stewardship prozram (testing and remedial phases) because it provides an infusion of dollars to
complete a given task. With respect to the third phase (maintenance phase), consideration of other approaches is
needed in that the demand is for consistent and long-term funding. Two examples of approaches that can serve
this need are defined in the following table. Note that the City should explore other means as well for funding
long-term maintenance.
DEANS LAKE AREA PARK, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAIL MASTER PLAN __~__
EXHIBIT II e" PARK PARCELS
1 NEIGHBORHOOD PARK PRESERVE 5 SIvIALLPARKPARCEl 9 OPEN SPACE
Southbridge Community / Deans Lake Area Approximately 50 acres, developed (or recreational uses Beneath power line easement and part of ponding area Not large enough for any reaeational development
as weB as a nawre preserve (see enlargement plan). for housing development Provide minimal development Suggest maintaining it as natural green space.
2 OPEN SPACE (seeenlargementplan). 10 SM\LL PARK PARCEL
Not large enough for any recreational development 6 OPEN SPACE Provides neighborhood connection to bails and informal
OVERALL MASTER PlAN Suggest maintaining itas natural ween space. Beneath power line easement and part of Deans lake green space.
3 OPEN SPACE area. Provldes aa:ess to traU system. 11 SMALL PARK PARcel
Not large enough for any recreational development 7 OPEN SPACE large enough for minltlal recreational development (see
Suggest. maintaining it as natural green space. Not large enough ror any recreational development. enlargement plan).
4 OPEN SPACE SUggest maintaining ltas n;ttural green space. 12 ElEMENTARY SCHOOL PARCEL
Part of greenway system I power tine easement along 8 OPEN SPACE Will help provide ballfields, open field space and
Southbrldge Parkway. Trail ~m Iocal2d in greenway Not large enough for any recreational development. playgroilnd activities for the neighborhood.
wlthareasofinterestandseatfngalongtrail. Natura/I Suggest maintaining itas natural green space or provide
native landscape theme. some small comer ornamental planting beds.
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