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Home My WebLink About3. Regional Trail Discussion-Scott CountyTo: CITY OF SHAKOPEE MEMORANDUM Mayor and City Council Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Mark McNeill, City Administrator From: Jamie Polley, Parks, Recreation, and Natural Resources Director Meeting Date: February 8, 2011 Subject: Regional Trail Discussion — Scott County INTRODUCTION Staff from the Scott County Parks and Trails Department will present preliminary concept alternatives for the Scott West Regional Trail Master Plan. They are seeking comments from the City Council. BACKGROUND Scott County Parks and Trails Dept has been working with a group of about 40 citizens to prepare master plans for three regional parks and two regional trails. As part of this, the Scott West Regional Trail Master Plan is being updated to determine a trail alignment that connects Murphy - Hanrehan Regional Park, Cleary Lake Regional Park, Spring Lake Regional Park, and the Minnesota Valley State Trail. Segments of the Scott West Trail have been completed along County Roads 21, 82, and 79. The updated master plan will provide more detail on the preferred alignment for the trail through Shakopee (north of Highway 169) connecting to the Minnesota River. DISCUSSION Scott County staff would like to share with the City Council their process to date, and to get input on the initial concepts identified to connect the regional trail through Shakopee. Each concept has its own unique opportunities and challenges. Input would be appreciated on the initial alignment concepts, and whether the trail should provide a direction connection through downtown or avoid the downtown area. More information on the Master Planning process is available at www.co.scott.mn.us /parkstrails and then click on the "Master Planning" page. A summary of the Northern Scott County Regional Trails Master Planning Process Project is attached along with preliminary concept graphics. REQUESTED ACTION The City Council is asked to provide staff with feedback regarding the Scott West Regional Trail Master Plan. Open House Schedule Open House /Site Focus Date /Location #1 Doyle - Kennefick Regional Park (Development Concept) Wednesday, February 16, 6:30- 8:30pm Spring Lake Town Hall 20381 Fairlawn Avenue, Prior Lake #2 Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park (Development Concept) Thursday, February 17, 6:30- 8:30pm St. Patrick Social Hall 24425 Old Highway 13 Blvd, New Prague #3 Blakeley Bluffs Park Reserve (Future Park Boundary) Wednesday, February 23, 6:30- 8:30pm Oak Crest Elementary School 1101 West Commerce Drive, Belle Plaine #4 Scott West and Spring Lake Regional Trails (Trail Alignment Concepts) Thursday, February 24, 6:30- 8:30pm Church of St. Mary of the Purification 15850 Marystown Road, Shakopee SCOTT COUNTY PARKS AND TRAILS Ssa_Ott COMMUNITY SERVICES DIVISION * GOVERNMENT CENTER 114 •200 FOURTH AVENUE WEST • SHAKOPEE, MN 55379 -1220 (952) 496 -8475 • Fax (952) 496 -8496 • Web www.co.scott.mn.us Scott County Parks and Trails Master Plan Concepts Open Houses In February, four open houses will be held to present concept designs for the long -term development of two regional parks, two regional trails, and the proposed boundary for a new park reserve. Included with the concepts will be specifics on land acquisition and development costs, phasing plan, and long- term operational expectations of the regional parks and trails facilities. The concepts were prepared through an approach of grass -roots decision making within a framework that considers system -wide and public policy needs, ensuring the needs and realities of today are balanced with a vision towards future generations. Concept designs have been developed under the guidance of the Citizen Design Team, a 45- member group of Scott County residents and park users. Interested residents are encouraged to attend the open houses to review and offer their comments on the proposed concepts. Input from the open houses will be used to refine the concepts before they are presented to the County Board for final authorization later this year. For more information on the open houses, process, and to view the concept designs, go to: www.co.scott.mn.us /parkstrails Click on "Master Planning" An Equal Opportunity /Safety Aware Employer COMMUNITY SERVICES DIVISION GOVERNMENT CENTER 114 •200 FOURTH AVENUE WEST • SHAKOPEE, MN 55379 -1220 (952) 496 -8475 • Fax (952) 496 -8496 • Web www.co.scott.mn.us % r I ' r Jc,id 1 't - 1 i 1 0 lifeArr A I Geilar Lake Fang !I ai L �` SNOW Doyle - Kennefick - Development Master Plan Prior Lake Scott County Regional Park Planning Projects 2010 -2011 Spring Lake Regional Trail Master Plan (general search area shown) BeIIe Plairie Blakeley Bluffs - Acquisition Master Plan - Collaborative Conservation Plan SCOTT COUNTY PARKS AND TRAILS An Equal Opportunity/Safety Aware Employer Scott County Regional Trail Master Plan (general search area shown) Savage` ; I 171"111.'4 �; - -h nrehan ,r,Park Reserve P:vk1District) Cedar Lake Farm - Development Master Plan New4M � /.��OtC PLAN_ - -__ 2030 VISION Scott County Parks and Trails Regional Park and Trail Master Planning Project 2010 -2011 Scott West Regional Trail Public Workshop #1 Comments (8/26): Summary of Public Input Comments for Regional Trail Master Planning Group Discussion: • Connection along Marshall • Obvious connections • Focus efforts on a destination trail within county • Get additional easements to provide buffer zone along road • Make connections to trail within drainage ways • Separation of trails from roadway • Consider interim routes until major roadway projects are implemented • Public Safety is a concern • Plan trails that make good sense • Trails along hunting land is a concern • What do we want the trail to be? Citizens League Cammanoraund. Common goad. SRF Individual Forms: (6 Forms -2 had comments to questions, map comments included here) 1. What opportunities do you see for developing the West Regional Trail? (Le. What are the critical connections to be made ?) a. Make obvious connection along Marschall and 78 with existing ROW - try 10' -12' buffer from road with vegetation (2) b. Maybe connect to O'Dowd for scenic c. Critical connection to the City of Jordan which is illustrated as a hub for several Scott Co. trails and which could serve as a trailhead /park and ride d. Lions Park - Jordan e. Tie into State Trail system -MN River Valley Trail f. Nature is an opportunity g. Connect to Parks as destination h. Shakopee streets are wide i. Use drainage ways to connect to Lyon's Park, etc. j. Negotiate with Mystic Lake -trail would work with their amenities /rentals /camping 2. What issues or challenges do you see with developing the West Regional Trail? a. Stay away from tribal land on east b. Lakes on West c. Buffer from roadway for safety d. Work with property owners along any potential route proactively to ensure support /buy -in. Unwilling property owners could impact future construction. e. Funding f. Grades /slopes entering Jordan, if along Hwy 282 g. Maintenance with limited funding h. Crossing Highway 169, Marystown Rd. i. Clear separation between path and road 3. What types of user groups would like to see accommodated on the West Regional Trail? a. Bikes (2) b. rollerblades c. walkers /runners (2) d. families e. near Jordan - cross - country skiing 4. What ideas do you have for the proposed trail alignment? a. Obvious connection along Marschall b. Use curb stops to designate bike /trail on suburban Shakopee street -or rumble strip? c. Floating boardwalks - the very expensive creative trail idea Additional Map Comments: • Route to follow existing highlighted route • Potential Spur down 79 to County Road 14 near O'Dowd Lake and Thole Lake • Have alternate route that goes past Mystic Lake • Have bluff view point on east side of O'Dowd lake • Consider connection or use of Shakopee's trails within the drainage system Spring Lake Regional Trail Public Workshop #1 Comments: (No individual forms completed -See Map Comments) Group Discussion: • Potential for Green Space Trail • Options for Road R.O.W. • Property rights issue - use public ROW where possible • Off road vs. on -road - how to create a nicer experience • Trail use conflict between pedestrians and bikers (commuters)? • There are different types of bikers looking for different experiences (recreation vs commuting, slow vs fast) • Topography will be an issue due to the many bluffs and ravines — How do you get down the bluffs? Map Comments: • Route to follow 170th St from Spring Lake Park to Valley View Dr into Jordan • Co. Rd. 21 under 169 - propose interchange? • Make a side loop at Grass Lake • Long, straight stretches of trails are boring and won't be popular • Trails will be used more by walkers than bikers • Crossing along River near Jordan • City Park around Campbell Lake? Comments from Tour with Citizen Design Team (September 25 Scott West Trail - Group Discussion: • Downtown Shakopee is a destination and should somehow be connected with the trail system. • Parking is a big issue that would need to be addressed if the trail went through the downtown area. • On -road bike lanes could work, but would take away parking for downtown businesses. Probably not supportive. • Where do you cross Hwy 17? Are there any opportunities for underpasses? Spring Lake Trail - Group Discussion: • The bluffs area will be very difficult to cross with a trail. Existing roads are very steep for bikers and walkers. • Jordan has a new underpass trail connection under Hwy 21. • Lagoon Park is a great destination /trailhead opportunity within Jordan. • To provide more gradual declines along the bluffs, the trail may be most appropriate coming into Jordan from the southeast. Sawmill Road and Naylor Avenue may be opportunities to explore. • Jordan is looking at potential pedestrian crossings over Hwy 169. These crossings should be considered along with the regional trail routes. en 169 Trail Crossing Study Underway (City of Jordan) 4 d County Road 50 1 ■ ■ • Engler Blvd Chaska y • • • 1 Carver Ir Chaska os Trail J MN Rivet Jackson Trvp_--- /7 0 • • �isrll!e T►vp. 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CLARY Cr CRANE ST ASARUM C f OLINA 5T Preliminary Trail Alignment Options West Regional Trail Enlargement scot i November 18, 2010 0 250 500 1,000 . A I Feei Minnesota River NYSSEN'S LAKE UNIT West Regional Trail Options Main Spine — Option A — Option B "_� Option C Connector Loop A Connector Loop 6 Connector Loop C — Option D — Option E u Parcels Parks Wetlands Existing Trails — - • Drainage Ditches — Trenmission Linos 1+4.44- Railroad 100 5T 19 c 13 Jackson Township Park 0 AVANAUGH DR M EM ORI"A L PARK e r -OPEN S 1 AVE COR0101E ,E TREE LN'I `SAa,TR - 00 ACIERD' GREENFIELD EAST _ n PARK Carver r L Highway 5 Long Lake Cti9 nhasson Wayzata VAbodrand �e. vecit leg Wan Prairie Hyland - Anderson Lakes Park Reserve savag. T. 1)11 ?' :r Burnsville Maple Ptirn Dakota Rail Line 'rr�unrl ir. �r • ■ • Chaska- :h� Scott • SCOTT COUNTY COMMUNITY SERVICES DIVISION Parks & Trails Department 200 Fourth Avenue West, Shakopee, Minnesota 55379 - 1220 (952) 496 - 8475 - Fax (952) 496 - 8496 - Web: www.scott.mn.us This map is neither a legally recorded document nor a survey and is intended for planning purposes only. Date: Jan. 3, 2011 North Shakopee toksonatilsi Cleary Lake Regional Park IN u Credit River Twp. SW Metro Regional Trail Connections Scott West Regional Trail Murphy- Hanrehan Park Reserve Lake'i)Ie Legend Regional Trail System Existing Regional Trail ■ I Planned Regional Trail • Existing State Trail Regional Park u U+ Connect to Holmes Street Pedestriaan ildge & Hwy 101 Underpass 4tb i"c W - . Scott County -1 Government Center 10th Ave W 3 Ave \Y Central Family Ctr. District Office 1 sta ke m �te� "-col � SCOTT COUNTY COMMUNITY SERVICES DIVISION Parks & Trails Department 200 Fourth Avenue West, Shakopee, Minnesota 55379 -1220 ( 952) 498-8475 - Fax ( 952) 498- 8498 - Web: www.scott.mn.us (952) 498.8475 Fax (952) 498 -8498 -Web: www.scott.mn.us This map is neither a legally recorded document nor a survey and is intended for planning purposes only. Date: Jan. 3, 2011 1 1 Downtown Shakopee 2 4 a>,c E. 1 Business District O krr ' n, 3 1 2 trI 1 Shakopee`-` ` - ii City Hall "P -vcr' w., , n 3 1 -- 1 701 Ave E r ---- ShaT�copee 4g'1" _ 1 04h Are E 1 ,282 1 Spring Lake Regional Park Overview Map Scott West Regional Trail CiearAl6ke Regional Park Murphy- Hanrehan Park Reserve: Shakopee Junior High School DRAFT 0 200 400 i Feet 7tiA thA r 3Oth7Cve r Connect to Existing Trail South in Spencer Regional Trail - Holmes Street Connection Legend �I Scott West Regional Trail il i — Existing Trail — — Proposed Route — — State Trail (existing) Scott County West Regional Trail Evalution Matrix ADT OPTION A Co. Rd. 17/ Marschall Rd. CRITERIA! + - 14,000 Land Use Roadway Speed Street Width Parking User Experience Length of Trail R.O.W. Other Pedestrian Bridge at 169 Commercial/Retail 35 -45 M.P.H. 54 ft., typ. N/A Fair 3 miles 80-100 ft. varies Multiple Options for Crossing 101 Yes OPTION B Central 6100 Residential 30 M.P.H. 44 ft., typ. in residential Both Sides, typ. Good 3 miles 80 ft. Direct Connection to underpass of 101 Yes OPTION C Marystown Rd/ Co. Rd 15 3500 Residential/ Institutional 45 -50 M.P.H. 24+ ft., typ Limited Parking One Side Fair 4 miles 100 ft. Challenging Connection to Minnesota River Trail No School Track Fields ROW 14' 8' 6' Existing Trail' Ditch Shld 12' 12' I 10' Thru Thal Shld Ditch 90' 28' Residential Backyards tingle or way Section D: Existing Spencer Avenue Looking North School Track Fields 14' 8' += -1, 12' 12' 10' Existing Trail Ditch Shld Thru Thru Shld 90' 28' Ditch Residential Backyards Right at Way Section D: Proposed Spencer Avenue with Enhanced Existing Off -Road Trail 10' 9• 12' j 12' Ditch Shld Thru Thou 130' Right or Way Shld 44' Ditch/ Utility Conldor Section D: Existing County Road 78 Looking West 34' 10' 1 g 12' 12' 9' Ditch Shld Thru Thru Shld 130' Right of Way Section D: Proposed County Road 78 with Off -Road Trail Trail Cross Sections West Re ional?rai( November 18, 2010 Residential 20' +1- 5' �. 10' 'Walk Blvd 10' 5' Parking Bike Lane 11' 11' 5 Thru Thru Bike Lane 80 Right of Way r I 10 5' S' Blvd Walk .Op8enfor B'TrMI tone eke) 25' +1_ Residential Section B: Proposed Holmes Avenue Residential Area with On -Road Bike Lanes osidenlial 20' +/- 5' 10 Walk Blvd 2' 8 Parking 11' Thru 80' 11' Right of Way 2 10' Thru Stripe Bike Barrier Lane 10' Blvd 5' Walk 6 25 +1- Resident Section B: Proposed Holmes Avenue Residential Area with Two -way On- street Bike Facility School Grounds 100' ROW Walk Shoulder Shoulder Driveways El esidentlal Right of Way Section C: Existing 10th Avenue Looking West School Grounds 2 10' Trail 6' 14' Blvd Shoulder 12' 12' Thru Thru 100' ia 12' Thru 12' 6' 14' Thru Shoulder Driveways Residential Right of Way Section C: Proposed 10th Avenue with Off -Road Trail Trail Cross Sections West ' ionaf ?rail 1 p1 R N ember,e.zo10 • N Retail 15' 8' Walk Parallel Pa 15' ing Thru 1 70' Right of Way 15' 15' 8' Thru Angled Parking Wa Comm k fi Streetscape Width Section A: Existing Holmes Avenue Commercial Area Looking North Retail 15' 8.5' 6' Walk Parking Bike 12' 12' 6' 8.5' Thru Thru Bike Parking 70' Right of Way 76' 8' Wa k Commercial Streetscape Width Section A: Proposed Holmes Avenue Commercial Area with On -Road Bike Lanes Residential 5' Walk 10' Blvd 10' Parking 12 12' Thru Thru 80' Right of Way 10' 10' 5' 6' Parking Blvd Walk 25 +!- Residential Section B: Existing Holmes Avenue Residential Area Looking West Residential 20'41- 5' 10' Walk Blvd Parking 10' 12' 14' Thru 80' Right of Way 6' 10' 8' 5' Thru Blvd Trail Green Walk 25' +/- Residential Section B: Proposed Holmes Avenue Residential Area with Off -Road Trail Trail Cross Sections ZUesf ItionairTrad