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CITY OF CORCORAN
Corcoran Parks and Trails Commission Agenda
June 15, 2023 - 7:00 pm
1. Call to Order / Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Agenda Approval
4. Minutes
a. Minutes – May 18, 2023, Work Session*
b. Minutes – May 18, 2023, Meeting*
5. Open Forum
6. Presentations
a. Commissioner Training*
7. Unfinished Business
8. New Business
a. 2024 Budget and Fee Schedule*
b. Educational Signs at Wildflower Park*
9. Reports/Information
a. Active Planning Applications – Informational only*
b. Recreation Supervisor Update*
c. Program Coordinator Update*
10. Subcommittee & Miscellaneous Reports
a. City Council Report*
b. Garden Club Report
c. Park Dedication Fund*
11. Other Business/Announcements
12. Commissioner Liaison Calendar
City Council Meetings
06/22/2023 07/13/2023 07/27/2023 08/10/2023 08/24/2023 09/14/2023 09/28/2023
Wyffels Christenson Anderson Erzberger Strehler Friedrich Nybo
13. Adjournment
*Includes Materials - Materials relating to these agenda items can be found in the House Agenda Packet by
door.
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comment visit:
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Parks and Trails Commission Work Session Minutes
May 18, 2023 – 5:30 pm
The Corcoran Parks and Trails Commission met on May 18, 2023, in work session, at 10025 Elm
Lane, Corcoran, MN 55374 in the Bellwether Development.
Present were Chairperson Anderson, Vice-Chairperson Christenson, and Commissioners Friedrich,
Nybo, and Wyffels.
Absent was Commissioner Strehler.
Also present were Councilmember Nichols, Public Works Director Mattson, Recreation Supervisor
Christensen Buck, and Program Coordinator Shipley.
1.Call to Order / Roll Call
Chairperson Anderson called the work session to order at 5:34 pm.
2.Park Tour in the Bellwether Neighborhood
The Commission walked through the first addition of the Bellwether development, behind the
amenity center, to the future location of the boardwalk that will lead to the open space park. Public
Works Director Mattson provided background on the irrigation and stormwater pond, stating that the
operating frame is approximately 2.5 feet.
Commissioners discussed the option for a lookout along the boardwalk and hiding the utility boxes
on-sight for better aesthetics. The Commission accessed the area of the open space park and
neighborhood park in the development through 102nd Place. During this time, Cheryl and Patrick
Blake, 19413 102nd Place, provided the Commission with preferences for amenities that can be
used by grandchildren when they come visit families in the development. Julie Guldberg, 10193
Ironwood Court, expressed interest in more parking on-site and amenities for grandchildren as well.
Commissioners walked through the northern portion of the open space park where Public Works
Director Mattson pointed out the future trail location.
3.Unscheduled Items – None
4. Adjournment
MOTION: made by Anderson, seconded by Christenson, to adjourn.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Christenson, Friedrich, Nybo, and Wyffels.
(Motion carried 5:0)
Meeting adjourned at 6:56 pm.
Submitted by Jessica Christensen Buck, Recreation Supervisor
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Corcoran Parks and Trails Meeting Minutes
May 18, 2023 - 7:30 pm
The Corcoran Parks and Trails Commission met on May 18, 2023, in Corcoran, MN.
Present were Chairperson Anderson, Vice-Chairperson Christenson, and Commissioners Friedrich,
Nybo, Strehler, and Wyffels.
Absent was Commissioner Erzberger.
Present virtually was Councilmember Nichols.
Also present was Recreation Supervisor Christensen Buck and Program Coordinator Shipley.
1.Call to Order / Roll Call
Chairperson Anderson called the meeting to order at 7:30 pm.
2.Pledge of Allegiance
Chairperson Anderson invited all in attendance to rise and join in the Pledge of Allegiance.
3.Agenda Approval
Motion: Made by Nybo, seconded by Wyffels, to approve the agenda as presented.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Christenson, Friedrich, Nybo, Strehler, and Wyffels.
(Motion carried 6:0)
4. Minutes
a. Minutes – April 20, 2023, Work Session
Motion: Made by Christenson, seconded by Wyffels, to approve the minutes as presented.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Christenson, Friedrich, Nybo, Strehler, and Wyffels.
(Motion carried 6:0)
b. Minutes – April 20, 2023, Meeting
Recreation Supervisor Christensen Buck noted a typo and adjustment to the minutes and requested
to make the changes as part of the approved motion.
Motion: Made by Nybo, seconded by Friedrich, to approve the minutes with staff recommended
adjustments.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Christenson, Friedrich, Nybo, Strehler, and Wyffels.
(Motion carried 6:0)
5.Open Forum
Recreation Supervisor Christensen Buck informed the Commission that there were no individuals
interested in speaking.
6. Presentations – None
7.Unfinished Business
8.New Business
a. City Park – Memorial Conversation
Recreation Supervisor Christensen Buck provided background information on the Espeseth/Wacker
family, stating that their daughter, Brianna, recently passed away from strep throat and the family
was looking to donate back to the park in memory of Brianna. Becky Wacker, Brianna’s mother,
gave an overview of Brianna, noting her kind personality, positive demeanor, and the family’s love of
City Park, which they referred to as “The Dinosaur Playground”. Wacker explained to the
Commission the family’s desire to give back in financial and labor donations towards the City Park
remaster of the playground, in honor of Brianna. Wacker noted that their family would like to see
some remembrance of Brianna, through signage, feedback during the design process, or
acceptance of donations. Commissioners expressed their condolences to the family and discussed
the options of involving the family during the process as no current policy was in place to address
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donations such as this. Commissioner Friedrich recommended keeping a dinosaur theme to
encourage the continuation of the dinosaur park. Vice-Chairperson Christenson asked the family if
they had thought through ideas for the park, to which Wacker informed the Commission that purple
and green were her favorite colors, in addition to the dinosaur theme at the playground. Vice-
Chairperson Christenson expressed interest in handling this as a one-off instance, but addressing a
future policy associated with donations and memorials. Commissioner Wyffels informed the
Commission of a set of wooden, family swings that people were using when she was in Washington,
D.C. that could be an option in conjunction with this request, or as an addition to the park plan.
Motion: Made by Friedrich, seconded by Nybo, to recommend City Council approve working with
the family, separately from a memorial/donation program, to involve them in the remaster process.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Christenson, Friedrich, Nybo, Strehler, and Wyffels.
(Motion carried 6:0)
b. Corcoran Meat Locker
Recreation Supervisor Christensen Buck provided information to the Commission regarding the
Corcoran Meat Locker land, informing them that the family that owns the land has not come back to
staff with an updated appraisal of the land. Recreation Supervisor Christensen Buck informed the
Commission that the Planning and Public Works Departments would not recommend purchasing the
land from park dedication funds as it would limit the use of the land to strictly park improvements.
Commissioners discussed the potential for work on the land and demolition to make the space
usable. Commissioner Friedrich inquired about an amphitheater possibility in the area if the land was
purchased, to which Commissioners further discussed options for using the land. Commissioners
determined that additional work would need to be completed to use the land and without determining
a use for the land, it was not something the Parks and Trails Commission was interested in pursuing
at this time.
c. Red Barn Pet Retreat Preliminary Plat
Recreation Supervisor Christensen Buck provided information to the Commission regarding the
application, summarizing that it consisted of a 14.89-acre outlot, the Comprehensive Plan showed
some trails that have already been planned along County Road 101 and in the Bellwether
development, and the staff recommendation was to take cash-in-lieu of land at an estimated
$15,368.92.
Motion: Made by Christenson, seconded by Nybo, to recommend City Council approve accepting
cash-in-lieu of land for the park dedication on the property.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Christenson, Friedrich, Nybo, Strehler, and Wyffels.
(Motion carried 6:0)
d. City Park Consultant Subcommittee Representative
Recreation Supervisor Christensen Buck informed the Commission that City Council approved
receiving consultant assistance in park planning, accelerating projects, and creation of park planning
templates. Recreation Supervisor Christensen Buck requested that the Commission nominate a
representative to take part in the process, to which Commissioner Friedrich expressed interest in
serving in that role.
Motion: Made by Nybo, seconded by Wyffels, to nominate Commissioner Friedrich as the Parks
and Trails Commission representative for the process.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Christenson, Friedrich, Nybo, Strehler, and Wyffels.
(Motion carried 6:0)
e. Garden Club – Purchase Request
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Recreation Supervisor Christensen Buck provided background on the Garden Club request for
$750.00 to purchase plants and items to beautify the Memorial Garden. Tom Anderson informed the
Commission that the left side of the Memorial Garden got updated last year, but more can be done.
Motion: Made by Nybo, seconded by Friedrich, to approve the Garden Club purchase of up to
$750.00 to beautify the Memorial Garden area.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Christenson, Friedrich, Nybo, Strehler, and Wyffels.
(Motion carried 6:0)
9. Reports/Information
a. Active Planning Applications – Informational Only
Commissioner Nybo inquired about Corcoran Farms, to which Councilmember Nichols informed the
Commission that the application is still valid but may lapse as the applicant explores tenant options.
b. Recreation Supervisor Update
Recreation Supervisor Christensen Buck informed the Commission of items that she had been
working on including working with Three Rivers Park District on the Diamond Lake Regional Trail,
Night to Unite items, Parks and Trails Commission materials, and park reservations. Chairperson
Anderson inquired about the uses of the park reservations, as the City Park remaster project moves
forward to guide the planning based on uses.
c. Program Coordinator Update
Program Coordinator informed the Commission on items that he had been working on including
baseball wrap-up, soccer preparations, Night to Unite items, handbook/policy updates, and surveys
for athletics.
10. Subcommittee & Miscellaneous Reports
a. City Council Report
Councilmember Nichols highlighted City Council discussions including the Cook Lake Highlands
development and Hackamore Road improvements. Commissioner Strehler inquired about the Cook
Lake Highland senior co-op, to which Councilmember Nichols informed the Commission that the
building footprint remains the same, but with a rental model, the number of units increase.
Chairperson Anderson inquired about the work sessions that they held, to which Councilmember
Nichols informed the Commission of the buffer zone and rental ordinance work sessions.
b. Garden Club Report
Tom Anderson updated the Commission on the tree giveaway and the remaining trees from the
event.
c. Park Dedication Fund
Recreation Supervisor Christensen Buck informed the Commission that updates to the spreadsheet
would be reflected at the June Parks and Trails Commission meeting as the finance department
should have the audit completed at that time. Councilmember Nichols inquired about higher interest
rates, to which Recreation Supervisor Christensen Buck informed them that she would discuss that
with the finance department.
11. Other Business/Announcements – None
12. Commissioner Liaison Calendar
05/25/2023 06/08/2023 06/22/2023 07/13/2023 07/27/2023 08/10/2023 08/24/2023
Friedrich
Nybo
Nybo
Friedrich
Wyffels Christenson Anderson Erzberger Strehler
Commissioners Nybo and Friedrich discussed switching their May 25 and June 8 City Council liaison
dates.
13. Adjournment
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Motion: Made by Strehler, seconded by Wyffels, to adjourn the meeting at 8:41 pm.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Christenson, Friedrich, Nybo, Strehler, and Wyffels.
(Motion carried 6:0)
Submitted by Jessica Christensen Buck, Recreation Supervisor
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8200 County Road 116 Corcoran, MN 55340
763-420-2288 www.corcoranmn.gov
MEMO
Meeting Date: June 15, 2023
To: Parks and Trails Commission
From: Jessica Christensen Buck, Recreation Supervisor
Re: Commissioner Training
With new Commissioners being appointed to the Parks and Trails Commission, it was
noted that a training session may be beneficial. To ensure that everyone has received
training, staff felt it would be valuable to provide a quick overview of the roles of
Commissioners, 2040 comprehensive plan, and examples of maps that could/have
been seen during the meeting.
In addition, attached is the Parks and Trails Commission handbook, the Parks and
Trails section of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, the example maps for the training, and
a copy of the slides for the training (subject to change). The materials should help
provide a deeper understanding of the role Commissioners serve and the Parks and
Trails Commission meetings.
Attachments:
6a1. Parks and Trails Commission handbook
6a2. Parks and Trails section of the 2040 comprehensive plan
6a3-7. Example maps for 6-15-2023 training
6a8. 6-15-2023 training slides
Parks and Trails Commission
Orientation Manual
June 2023
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Table of Contents
Welcome ....................................................................................................................................................... 2
Brief History of Corcoran .............................................................................................................................. 2
Parks and Trails Commission Overview ........................................................................................................ 2
Regular Meetings ...................................................................................................................................... 2
Work Sessions ........................................................................................................................................... 2
Motions ..................................................................................................................................................... 2
Open Meeting Law ........................................................................................................................................ 2
Purpose ..................................................................................................................................................... 2
Gatherings Governed by the Open Meeting Law ..................................................................................... 3
Social Gatherings ....................................................................................................................................... 3
Telephone, Email, and Social Media ......................................................................................................... 3
Parks and Trails Commission Expectations of Staff .................................................................................. 4
Staff expectations of the Parks and Trails Commission ............................................................................ 5
2040 Comprehensive Plan ............................................................................................................................ 5
Park Dedication Fund .................................................................................................................................... 5
Overview ................................................................................................................................................... 5
Uses ........................................................................................................................................................... 5
City Organization and Operations ................................................................................................................. 5
Administration .......................................................................................................................................... 5
Public Safety .............................................................................................................................................. 6
Public Works ............................................................................................................................................. 7
Contracted/Consultant Services ............................................................................................................... 8
City Facilities ................................................................................................................................................. 9
General Statistics .......................................................................................................................................... 9
Closing statement from Recreation Supervisor, Jessica Christensen Buck ................................................ 11
Appendix: .................................................................................................................................................... 12
2040 Comprehensive Plan – Chapter 5: Parks and Trails Page 12 ...................................................... 12
2040 Comprehensive Plan – Chapter 5: Parks and Trails ....................................................................... 1 3
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Welcome
Congratulations on your appointment to the City of Corcoran’s Parks and Trails
Commission. The purpose of this manual is to provide you with a brief overview of your
role as Chair or Commissioner and to provide you with basic information to assist you
with your duties and the processes and procedures that run the City of Corcoran.
Brief History of Corcoran
Corcoran was first settled in 1855 and organized as a Township on May 11, 1858, when
Minnesota became the 32nd State in the Union. Corcoran was named after Patrick B.
Corcoran, the first schoolteacher, merchant, and postmaster of the town.
Corcoran was incorporated into a Village on December 4, 1948, and became a statutory
City in 1973, following the Plan A form of government which allows the City to have a
Mayor and four Councilmembers. Corcoran became a Charter City on November 7,
1994. The City Charter was amended on August 26, 2010.
Parks and Trails Commission Overview
Regular Meetings
Regular meetings of the Parks and Trails Commission are held on the third Thursday of
each month at 7:00 p.m. All regular meetings falling upon a legal holiday shall be
rescheduled by Commission action; additionally, the Commission may re-schedule
meetings that fall near a holiday or when a conflict arises among members. Meetings of
the Commission are most often held at City Hall. Meetings of the Parks and Trails
Commission at City Hall are video and audio recorded.
Work Sessions
Work sessions are public meetings intended to provide opportunities for the
Commission to study issues, gather and analyze information, and clarify problems. The
Commission may provide direction to staff; however no formal action may be taken.
Motions
A motion is a matter of parliamentary procedure. Motions generally are made orally and
may introduce ordinances and resolutions, amend them, and take any other action.
Open Meeting Law
Purpose
The open meeting law requires that meetings of public bodies must generally be open
to the public. It serves three vital purposes:
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Prohibits actions from being taken at a secret meeting where the interested
public cannot be fully informed of the decisions of public bodies or detect
improper influences.
Ensures the public’s right to be informed.
Gives the public an opportunity to present its views.
Gatherings Governed by the Open Meeting Law
The open meeting law does not define the term “meeting.” The Minnesota Supreme
Court, however, has ruled that meetings are gatherings of a quorum or more members
of the governing body—or a quorum of a committee, subcommittee, board, department,
or commission thereof—at which members discuss, decide, or receive information as a
group on issues relating to the official business of that governing body. For most public
bodies, including statutory cities, a majority of its qualified members constitutes a
quorum.
The open meeting law does not generally apply in situations where less than a quorum
is involved. However, serial meetings in groups of less than a quorum that are held to
avoid the requirements of the open meeting law may be found to violate the law,
depending on the specific facts.
Social Gatherings
Social gatherings of Commissioners would not be considered a meeting subject to the
requirements of the open meeting law if there is not a quorum present; or, if a quorum is
present, if the quorum does not discuss, decide, or receive information on official city
business. The Minnesota Supreme Court has ruled that a conversation between two
Commissioners over lunch about a land-use application did not violate the open
meeting law because a quorum of the council was not present.
Telephone, Email, and Social Media
It is possible that communication through telephone calls, email, or other technology
could violate the open meeting law. The Minnesota Supreme Court has indicated that
communication through letters and telephone calls could violate the open meeting law
under certain circumstances.
The commissioner of the Department of Administration has advised that back-and-forth
email communications among a quorum of a public body that was subject to the open
meeting law in which the members commented on and provided direction about official
business violated the open meeting law.
However, the commissioner also advised that “one-way communication between the
chair and members of a public body is permissible, such as when the chair or staff
sends meeting materials via email to all board members, as long as no discussion or
decision-making ensues.”
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Commissioners should be careful about is which email account they use to receive
emails relating to city business because such emails would likely be considered
government data that is subject to a public-records request under the Minnesota
Government Data Practices Act (MGDPA). Preferably only the Commissioner should
have access to the personal email account. Using a shared account with other family
members could lead to incorrect information being communicated from the account, or
incoming information being inadvertently deleted. Also, since city emails are
government data, Commissioners may have to separate personal emails from city
emails when responding to a public-records request under the MGDPA.
What may work best is to use a free, third-party email service, such as Gmail or
Hotmail, for your city account and to avoid using that email account for any personal
email or for anything that may constitute an official record of city business since such
records must be retained in accordance with the state records retention requirements.
In 2014, the open meeting law was amended to provide that “the use of social media by
members of a public body does not violate the open meeting law as long as the social
media use is limited to exchanges with all members of the general public.” Email is not
considered a type of social media under the new law.
The open meeting law does not define the term “social media” but this term is generally
understood to mean forms of electronic communication including websites for social
networking like Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram as well as blogs and microblogs like
Twitter through which users create online communities to share information, ideas, and
other content.
Parks and Trails Commission Expectations of Staff
In regard to Parks and Trails Commission interactions, the following expectations have
been established for staff:
Don’t cause us embarrassment
Be non-political in a partisan sense
Help make our job easier
Give us accurate and current data
Leave personal bias out of reports; arguments should stand on own merits
Provide guidance when requested
Provide short, well-written reports
Provide several options when suggesting possible solutions to a problem
Present requested information in a timely manner
Show us how to avoid known pitfalls of recurring issues
Be accessible
Be respectful regardless of how you feel personally
Keep us equally informed; do not show favoritism
Provide historical continuity where appropriate
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Staff expectations of the Parks and Trails Commission
In regard to staff interactions, the following expectations have been established for
Commissioners:
Be fair in dealing with us; don’t automatically assume a citizen is right and staff is
wrong
Read the material we have proposed
Ask questions, in advance of meetings whenever possible
Examine all the facts and make the best possible decision
Give criticism privately when appropriate
Give public praise when and where appropriate
If you make a decision based upon politics, help us understand
2040 Comprehensive Plan
The 2040 Comprehensive Plan was adopted by the City Council at the November 5,
2019, meeting. The Parks and Trails Commission has an important role in implementing
the Comprehensive Plan and work to continuously achieve the goals and policies that
are listed.
Park Dedication Fund
Overview
As part of the land development process, the City of Corcoran requires all developers
(commercial, industrial, and residential) to dedicate land (or cash in lieu of land) to the
City. The City Council, at its sole discretion and upon the recommendation of the Parks
and Trails Commission, may accept or require cash in lieu of land.
Uses
The money will be restricted to the development of new parks, playgrounds, recreational
facilities, wetlands, trails, and open space areas. Upgrades to existing neighborhood
and community parkland, trails, equipment, etc. are considered allowable uses of the
Park Dedication Funds. Ongoing operations and maintenance to existing neighborhood
and community parkland, trails, equipment, etc. are not considered permitted uses of
the Park Dedication Funds.
City Organization and Operations
The City Administrator is responsible for the staffing and operations of all departments
and consultants for the City.
Administration
The Administration Department links all other operating departments and all City
employees with the City Council and Commissions. The department head is the City
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Administrator, Jessica Beise, who is responsible for implementing policies.
Administration Department responsibilities include council and commission support,
clerk duties, finance, code enforcement, human resources, economic development, and
recreation.
Full-time Staff
Jessica Beise, City Administrator
Kathy Hughes, Administrative Services Director
Maggie Ung, Finance Manager
Jodie Peterson, Accountant
Wayne Barnhart, Accounting Clerk
Mike Pritchard, Construction Services Supervisor
Shawna Zuther, Permit Technician
Michelle Friedrich, Deputy Clerk
Linda Canton, Administrative Assistant
Jessica Christensen Buck, Recreation Supervisor
Natalie Davis, Planner
Dwight Klingbeil, Planning Technician
Part-time/Seasonal
Program Coordinator (1)
Communications Assistant (1)
Public Safety
Public Safety includes police, fire, and emergency management. The Director of Public
Safety, Matt Gottschalk oversees these operations.
The Police Department is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week covered by full-time
and part-time police officers and is regulated by the City, the State of Minnesota, and
the federal government. The City governs personnel, staffing, structure, some policies,
and some procedures. Part-time police officers carry full-time peace officer licenses to
cover training and leave requests for the full-time officers. The department also utilizes
volunteers through its Reserve Officer program.
Full-time Staff
Matt Gottschalk, Director of Public Safety
Ryan Burns, Deputy Director
Peter Ekenberg, Sergeant
Corey Andress, Sergeant
Tim Spellacy, Police Officer – Detective
Steve Warren, Police Officer
Aaron Burns, Police Officer
Josh Lawson, Police Officer
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Abigail Edstrom, Police Officer
Jesse Olson, Police Officer
Jacob Andersen, Police Officer
Clay Decker, Police Officer – Canine Appointment
Paula Steelman, Public Safety Administrative Manager
Amy Fadden, Police Administrative Assistant
Dani Monnens, Community Service Officer
Additional Support
Part-time officers – Approximately 10
Reserve officers – Approximately 10
Corcoran contracts with three different volunteer fire services. The Loretto Fire
Department is an independent fire service that serves the southern 1/3 of the city. The
Hanover Fire Department is a municipal fire department that covers the northwestern
1/3 of the city. The Rogers Fire Department is a municipal fire department that covers
the northeastern 1/3 of the city. Fire Department staffing and apparatus are obtained
and managed by each individual agency.
Public Works
The Public Works Department is responsible for maintaining the infrastructure of the
City. This includes streets, parks, water, sanitary sewer, stormwater, facility
maintenance, fleet maintenance, and special event assistance. The department head is
Kevin Mattson, Public Works Director, who is responsible for all the activities of the
department.
Full-time Staff
Kevin Mattson, Public Works Director
Pat Meister, Operations Superintendent
Brandon Heinz, Operations Manager
Mark Reinking, Crew Leader
Clyde Bechtold, Maintenance Worker
Robbie Kottke, Maintenance Worker
Cole Lenneman, Maintenance Worker
Eric Gregory, Maintenance Worker
Part-time/Seasonal
Summer seasonal (2)
Part-time rink attendants (4-6)
Infrastructure Facts
Parks:
City Park: 79.25 acres
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Wildflower Park: 5.13 acres
Memorial Garden (on City Hall property)
Ravinia Open Space Park (Unnamed): 37.4 acres
Bellwether Open Space Park (Unnamed): 27.7 acres
Streets:
74 miles of roads (40 paved, 34 gravel)
113 cul-de-sacs (73 paved, 40 gravel)
Water system:
10.6 miles of water main accompanied by structures, hydrants, water shut off valves,
etc.
Sanitary Sewer system:
8.2 miles of pipe accompanied by two lift stations, structures, etc.
Stormwater:
Ditches or curb/gutter with catch basins along the 74 miles of roads; various stormwater
ponds and similar infrastructure.
Contracted/Consultant Services
Attorney
John Thames of Carson, Clelland, and Schreder is the City Attorney. The office is
located in Brooklyn Center.
Building Inspections
The City contracts out building inspections through Metro West Inspection, located in
Loretto, MN.
Engineering
Kent Torve of Wenck Associates is the City Engineer. He is supported by several other
individuals at Wenck, the office is in Maple Plain. Public Works Director Kevin Mattson
is also a licensed engineer.
Planning
Kendra Lindahl of Landform is the City Planner and is also supported by several other
individuals from the organization. Landform is located in Minneapolis.
Assessing
The City Assessor is Rolf Erickson of Rolf Erickson Enterprises, Inc.
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City Facilities
City Hall – 8200 County Road 116
City Hall was built in 1994 and currently houses the Administration and Police
departments.
Public Works Facility – 9100 County Road 19
The Public Works facility was built in 2013 and put into service in 2014.
Old Public Works Garage – 9525 Cain Road
The old Public Works garage is at the location of an old school house that previously
was the headquarters for Public Works; previous to that it was the old City Hall. The old
schoolhouse was demolished in 2014, the garage however remains and is utilized for
storage for Public Works and Police.
General Statistics
As found on the Metropolitan Council’s community profile for Corcoran.
Area: 36.1 square miles, 23,079 acres
Population (2021) 6,688
Households (2021): 2,360
Median household income (2021): $145,900
Population by race and ethnicity (American Community Survey 2017-2021):
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Land use (Metropolitan Council Generalized Land Use Historical Data Set 2020):
Household Type (American Community Survey 2017-2021):
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Closing statement from Recreation Supervisor, Jessica Christensen Buck
Thank you for volunteering your time to the City as a member of the Parks and Trails
Commission. The quality of parks, trails, and recreational opportunities are often a
primary reason people choose to locate, remain, and invest in a community. The
experiences, feedback, and insight you contribute will help guide this community in a
positive direction and leave a long-lasting impact for generations to come. If you have
any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. My contact information is
jchristensenbuck@corcoranmn.gov or 763-400-7034.
CHAPTER 5:
PARKS AND TRAILS
aPPliCaTion 71
goals anD PoliCies 71
areas ouTsiDe The 2040 MeTroPoliTan urBan 72
serviCe area (Musa) BounDary
guiDelines 72
Park ClassifiCaTions 72
neighBorhooD Park 72
CoMMuniTy Park 73
loCal linear Parks, Trails, CorriDors 73
anD Parkways
exisTing CiTy Parks 73
PrivaTe Park 74
Parks anD Trails loCaTions 74
fuTure Parks 74
DeMograPhiCs/CoMMuniTy growTh 74
loCal TrenDs 74
fuTure ProJeCTions By TyPe 74
fuTure Trails 75
figures
5-1 2040 Musa insiDe BounDaries 71
5-2 2040 Musa ouTsiDe BounDaries 72
5-3 CorCoran CoMMuniTy Park 73
5-4 CorCoran CiTy hall anD MeMorial Park 73
5-5 ravinia neighBhorD Park 74
5-6 CorCoran CoMMuniTy aThleTiC area 74
5-7 CorCoran lion’s Park 74
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Corcoran’s parks, trails and open space system will be an integral part of the
community’s life. The system will provide recreational opportunities for park
system patrons, while preserving existing natural and historic resources. The
parks and trails system should be authentic to the identity of the City and
unify neighborhoods to reinforce a sense of community pride.
This plan to develop, maintain and grow the park and trail system provides
a benchmark from which to make decisions as investment opportunities
arise. Goals provide decision-making guidance to the City. Policies provide
actionable steps the Parks and Trails Commission and policymakers can
take to ensure stewardship of financial, natural, and recreational resources
and create a parks and trail system that is representative of the community’s
values. Diligent planning will result in:
• A system where making healthy lifestyle choices is integral to daily
life.
• A system with quality resources and facilities that attract new
development, businesses, and visitors.
• A venue for strengthening community engagement by giving visitors
places to gather and interact.
• A community where key natural resources are protected before
development occurs.
• A City that is known for promoting a high quality of life.
aPPliCation
This Plan places emphasis on park and trail development within the
Metropolitan Urban Services Area (MUSA) as new development occurs.
While park and trail locations are also identified in areas outside the
MUSA, plans and proposed corridors are for guidance purposes and will be
implemented over the long term as development occurs and opportunities to
work with landowners arise.
The Parks and Trails Plan uses the City’s 2003 Natural Resource Inventory
as a foundation for the park and trail system to be developed in Corcoran
over the next 20 years.
The plan incorporates national trends and standards as available from
the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). NRPA publishes
standards to help communities in planning, acquisition and development
of park and open space. In more recent years, the NRPA is encouraging
communities to benchmark their metrics and enter the data into their
national database. Due to the limited number of communities participating
in their benchmarking program at the time of this report, it is unclear how
Corcoran’s parks services compare to other communities of comparable size
in Minnesota. The standards that the NRPA has used in the past provides
guidance for how to place parks by park type and the general facilities you
might see in each park.
Figure 5-1: 2040 MUSA Inside Boundaries
The area within the 2040 MUSA is the emphasis for new park and trail development.
goals and PoliCies
Goal 1: To implement this Parks and Trails Plan based on the needs of
Corcoran residents and park system patrons.
Policy 1: Apply this plan when making recommendations to City Council.
Policy 2: Inform and seek input from other City advisory commissions on
any issues or improvements that may be applicable to that commission.
Policy 3: Respond to the increasing maintenance, planning, and
recreational demands made by the City and its park system patrons.
Policy 4: Track changes to the park and trail system to ensure a well-
considered network.
Goal 2: To work cooperatively with neighboring communities, Hennepin
County, the State of Minnesota and others in planning, developing, and
financing the local park system.
Policy 1:Seek compatibility with adjacent local community plans and
metropolitan, State and Federal plans and programs.
Policy 2: Seek cooperation, coordination and participation with local school
districts in planning the joint use, development, and operation of the park
and trail system.
Policy 3: Encourage community volunteer organizations to participate in
park and trail development.
Policy 4: Require park dedication from all developers (commercial,
industrial and residential) in the form of cash or land, according to the Park
Dedication Ordinance and the fee schedule set by the City Council. All cash
will be directed to the Park Fund and will be used for park land acquisition
and development projects.
Policy 5: Review the park dedication formula on an annual basis to ensure
it supports the needs of the park system and is comparable with area
metropolitan communities.
Policy 6: Acquire park land when possible, in accordance with the City’s
Parks and Trails Plan to minimize costs and potential conflicts.
Goal 3: To develop a park system the public values and visits.
Policy 1: Design and build parks and trails early in the development
process, so that they are available to new park system patrons.
Policy 2: Include private parks, when planned and funded by developers,
as a neighborhood feature based on the provisions of the City’s Park
Dedication Ordinance.
Policy 3: Maintain an equitable distribution of parks throughout the
community.
Policy 4: Develop a parks and trails system that is safe, enjoyable, and
accessible.
Policy 5: Provide multi-use and multi-seasonal programs and activities.
Policy 6: Provide park system patrons with timely information regarding
park and trail facilities and programs.
Policy 7: Establish design standards that create unity within the park and
trail system and that emphasize the character of the City, its history, and
landscape.
Policy 8: Park design should incorporate a general theme, but also
allow diversity among parks to adapt to natural features, local history, or
neighborhood character and needs.
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Goal 4: To develop a system of parks and trails, with a variety of active and
passive uses, that reflect the special character of the City, its history, and
natural resources.
Policy 1: Select land for parks, trails or open space based on:
a. Its designation as a park or trail search area in the Parks and
Trails Plan;
b. Its scenic or unique natural features;
c. Its ability to support desirable wildlife populations;
d. Its performance of important environmental functions;
e. Its proximity to the Natural Resource Corridors identified in the
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f. Its qualities conducive to recreational development;
g. A demonstrated need for additional parkland exists in an area.
Policy 2: Ensure park names reflect location by incorporating local historical
names or features, a local access road, neighborhood name, benefactors,
or prominent natural features of the area.
Policy 3: Develop a consistent signage policy for parks system, including
directional and informational signs.
Policy 4: Preserve outstanding natural areas by discouraging development
of prominent or highest quality landscape features and conserving natural
resource areas. Protect wetlands and woodlands from undesirable impacts
and fragmentation. Restore them to a high-quality condition when possible.
Goal 5: To provide a safe, equitable, and convenient trail network.
Policy 1: Apply this plan to coordinate development of the trail system.
Policy 2: Connect future trails to existing and adjacent community trails.
Policy 3: Encourage the use of utility easements and transportation right-of-
ways for on-road route development.
Policy 4: Respect individual property rights. Trail development and routing
should be a cooperative effort between the City and the landowners along
the proposed route. Existing neighborhoods are encouraged to request
trails and work with the City to identify their routes.
Policy 5: Require a 20-foot minimum trail easement to provide adequate
bicycle and pedestrian circulation or access to schools, parks, downtown,
churches, or other facilities.
Policy 6: Implement safe pedestrian crossing facilities on main roadways.
Policy 7: Maximize user safety by thoroughly considering conflicts between
trail user groups, for example snowmobiles and equestrians.
Policy 8: Continue to show snowmobile trails on the City Parks and
Trails Plan. Snowmobiles are an important recreational activity for many
residents. A private organization maintains the current trail system. While
the City does not own or maintain these trails, the City will make applicants
aware of the desire to maintain routes through the City as development
occurs.
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guidElinES
The following guidelines will be applied to development proposals outside the
2040 MUSA boundary:
• Park and trail policies in areas outside the 2040 MUSA boundary
will be consistent with the City’s Comprehensive Plan and
Subdivision Ordinances.
• Relevant development proposals will be presented to the Parks and
Trails Commission before City Council approval, thereby allowing
for review and recommendations regarding incorporation of trail
easements, open space acquisition or park facilities.
• Park facilities generally should not be planned outside the 2040
MUSA, except for:
• Trails that have been identified on the Natural Resource
Inventory or the Parks and Trails Plan maps.
• Parks that have been identified on the Parks and Trail
System map.
• Protection of significant natural areas that have been
identified on the Natural Resource Inventory.
• Athletic facilities may be considered, but are preferred in
areas closest to the 2040 MUSA.
• Proposed parks and trails shown on the Parks and Trails System
Map outside the 2040 MUSA areas are for guidance purposes and
will be implemented over the long term as a part of new development
through development dedication or cooperative purchase.
Figure 5-2: 2040 MUSA Outside Boundaries
The guidelines above apply to the area outside the 2040 MUSA.
Park ClassifiCation
Parks are divided into 1 of 3 categories: Neighborhood Park, Community
Park and Linear Park. Parks may serve more than 1 purpose, for example a
community park may also serve the immediate neighborhood park needs in
addition to a more regional community park demand. The following park types
and standards will be developed in Corcoran.
nEighborhood Park
Neighborhood Parks are the most local unit of the park system, providing
area for recreational activities such as field games, court games, playground,
skating, and neighborhood centers. These parks prioritize user groups living
in the neighborhood. They are identified as NP – Neighborhood Park on the
system map.
Neighborhood park sites should be in proximity to residential neighborhoods.
Their design may be as simple as a playground or as intense as a public
square. Siting neighborhood parks adjacent to community parks and local
linear parks, corridors and parkways will expand the function of all types of
open space. It will also entice residents from throughout the community to
visit the park ensuring new parks do not function as private facilities for new
developments.
Neighborhood park development criteria generally includes:
• An overall size of 5-20 acres.
• A service area of 1/4 to 1/2 mile.
• A physical geography suited for intense development.
• A frequency of 1 neighborhood park per 5,000 residents.
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community Park
Community parks serve a wider user group than neighborhood parks,
and are often in proximity to secondary schools and other public facilities.
These parks seek to preserve unique landscapes and natural areas, and
as they have a larger overall size, the programming of passive and active
recreation may occur within the same park without conflict. Community park
development criteria generally includes:
• An overall size of 20-100 acres.
• A service area of up to a 2-mile radius.
• A frequency of 1 community park per 15,000 residents.
In addition to the existing Corcoran Community Park at County Road 10
and 50, there are 2 other types of planned parks that will serve the wider
community and fall into this category: Community Playfields and Open
Space/Natural Parks.
Community Playfield
Community playfields, identified as ASA-Athletic Search Area on the system
map, are areas for intense recreational facilities such as athletic fields and
swimming pools. Playfields should be integrated into community parks or
may be co-located with school athletic facilities. They may also include a
neighborhood park use.
oPen sPaCe/natural Parks
These parks are characterized by high-quality natural resources that merit
preservation and which would be negatively affected by development. They
are identified as Open Space and Preservation/Nature Park on the system
map. Recreational uses are secondary to the preservation of natural open
space and the conservation functions of these areas. Compatible recreational
uses include hiking, picnicking and nature study.
Open space or natural park sites are typically within the high-quality natural
community areas identified in the City’s Natural Resource Inventory. They
should be connected by trails to the City’s Natural Resource Corridors and
to other parks and will be left in a natural or semi-natural state, with minimal
development.
local linEar ParkS, trailS, corridorS and ParkWayS
These areas are developed for 1 or more varying modes of recreational travel
such as hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing. These features may traverse
1 or more municipality with width and length minimums varying by feature
type – depending on their location within or outside right-of-way.
Linear parks and trail corridors are often found adjacent to major roadways
within the County or other locations where needed to link cities to
components of the local or regional recreation system or community facilities
such as schools, libraries, or commercial destinations. These parks may
also be located in planned greenway corridors or adjacent to creeks and
stream corridors to provide public access to natural features, however such
development should consider site and habitat impacts.
ExiSting city ParkS (City of Corcoran owns 3 parks)
The Corcoran Community Park is located at the intersection of County Roads
10 and 50. The original park was approximately 16 acres. The City purchased
a 60-acre parcel from Rockford Area Schools in 2018. The 60-acre parcel
is located directly west of the original park and brings the total park area
to approximately 76 acres. Park facilities include a playground, tennis and
volleyball courts, softball fields, ice rinks, parking and a picnic shelter. The
60-acre parcel adds additional multi-use fields and parking to the Community
Park.
Figure 5-3: Corcoran Community Park
The City has also begun developing park land on City Hall property. The
site, including the Memorial Garden, is an estimated 8 acres. Once fully
developed, this park will consist of picnic facilities and trails.
Figure 5-4: Corcoran City Hall and Memorial Park
Corcoran Community Park
- Playground
- Courts (Tennis and Volleyball)
- Ballfields
- Ice rinks
- Parking
- Picnic Shelter
Rockford School Property
- Multi-Use Fields
- Parking
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ExiSting city ParkS continuEd
Wildflower Park has been dedicated as part of the Ravinia development and
is owned by the City. A plan for development was approved and the park
construction began in 2018.
Figure 5-5: Wildflower Park
PrivatE Park
The Corcoran Lions Club owns a
multi-use facility at the intersection of
County Roads 10 and 101. This is the
site of the Hennepin County Fair, the
Hamel Rodeo and a variety of other
public entertainment events. While it
is a privately owned and operated
open space, the City’s Goals and
Policies (see Goal 2) prioritize keep-
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entities to ensure cooperation and
thoughtful planning of the City’s
parks and trails.
Figure 5-6: Corcoran Lions Park
Parks and trails loCations
Proposed parks are identified on the 2040 Parks and Trails System Map, Map
5-1. Athletic complex and open space search areas are shown on this plan
to indicate potential site areas, not exact property locations. These search
areas are distributed throughout the community to aid further investigation
for costs, ease of obtaining land, access and proximity to future growth and
development. Many of these parks will be developed as new residential
neighborhoods are constructed, increasing the need for parks. The City will
work with developers and other landowners to identify the exact location
and size of parks and trail alignments as development or park acquisition
is proposed. The City will seek to co-locate trails with other infrastructure
easements where feasible.
Map 5-1: Parks and Trails Plan (See page 79 for large size map.)
future Parks
dEmograPhicS/community groWth
The 2040 Comprehensive Plan uses the population forecasts and the
context presented to recommend the number and distribution of park and
trail facilities in the community. The National Recreation and Park Association
(NRPA) has provided standards in the past for how to place parks by park
type, and the general facilities you might see in each park. The NRPA is
moving away from the minimum standards of service, as findings indicate
that each City has unique needs, and is encouraging communities to
benchmark their metrics and enter their data into the national database.
Therefore, if more parkland than the minimum standards is required to serve
the population in each neighborhood, the City may acquire land to meet this
need.
local trEndS
In April 2017 the City surveyed residents regarding, “What amenities are
important to you as a resident?” Key findings from 115 responses were used
to guide the 2040 Parks and Trails plan, including the following:
• Parks and trails within a mile of each Corcoran neighborhood was
valued by 51 percent.
• Green spaces (i.e. open space parks) were valued by 61 percent of
respondents.
The 2017 survey supports a trend in past community surveys (in 2008 and
2004) also indicating that the City should develop trails, parks, and green
spaces for park system patrons.
futurE ProjEctionS by tyPE
According to NRPA standards, there should be 1 neighborhood park per
5,000 people within 1/4 to 1/2 mile of their home and 1 community park per
15,000 people within 2 miles of a residential neighborhood. As Corcoran is
still developing, it is important to consider the proximity of new parks to new
residential developments, and how the density of the development affects the
size and quantity of park types. Applying only 1 standard of park need (for
example overall population) would suggest Corcoran needs just 1 community
park. However, considering just the land area of Corcoran within the 2040
MUSA suggests the community would need nearly 10 community parks.
While the overall acreage of parkland planned for Corcoran exceeds the
standards set by the NRPA, not all neighborhoods have neighborhood or
community parks within the recommended service areas. As population
increases in each neighborhood, the City should acquire parkland in those
neighborhoods to serve populations within each neighborhood.
Based on review of park development trends as indicated by NRPA, the City
will have a projected need of 14 acres of park land for every 1,000 residents.
With this standard in mind, and considering the character and existing
ecological assets within Corcoran, the following is the planned system to
serve approximately 11,300 people in 2040:
neighBorhood Parks
The City has one neighborhood park, Wildflower Park in the Ravinia
neighborhood. By 2040, the City will need approximately 2-3 additional
neighborhood parks, totaling approximately 10-60 acres. Neighborhood parks
should be located within ½ mile walking distance of significant neighborhood
developments.
• A new Town Square is planned in the downtown core, as part of the
Corcoran Southeast District and Downtown Guidelines. The Town
Square is categorized as a neighborhood park due to its scale and
value to future downtown residents via programming. The Town Square
is planned as a social center for the community, suitable for concerts
and celebrations. It will be a public space to support the recreation in
downtown.
Community Parks
In addition to the 2 existing community parks, the City will need 1 to 2 new
community parks by 2040. These additional community parks would require
approximately 20-200 new acres.
• Community Playfields: With the additional 60-acre parcel purchase
from the Rockford School District, the City does not have an immediate
need for additional playfields by 2040. The City will continue to work
with landowners to identify opportunities to acquire additional land
for future community playfields. A 2006 TKDA Needs Analysis and
Recommendations offers metro-area guidelines for population-driven
facility types and this study will serve as a continuing resource in
the search for and design of both an athletic complex and the other
identified parks.
• Open Space Parks: The City will consider adding approximately 60
acres of public open space. The space may be divided among 3 sites.
loCal linear Parks, trails, Corridors and ParkWays
See recommendations in Future Trails section that follows.
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The projected 2040 parkland area need, based on the 2040 population
forcast for Corcoran is 158 acres, with the total planned system range for
projected parkland area 159 to 209 acres.The existing acreage of parks
in Corcoran are on the low end of NRPA standards for neighborhood and
community parks. The high end of the range is due to Corcoran’s abundance
of naturally occurring ecological assets. These assets are in most cases
prohibited from development by environmental protection regulations. These
ecological assets also support the unique character of Corcoran, a priority
the community has identified as important to preserve (Policy 4, Goal 1). The
community has also consistently conveyed the importance of maintaining the
community’s rural character. Open space is a key feature in rural character.
Recreation trends and community preferences will ultimately affect the
number, size, and location of specific parks and facilities. The system
master plan shows a concentration of new neighborhood parks within future
neighborhoods where a density of new housing will support the need and
use of those parks. The City will continue to work closely with the local school
districts in future planning of playfields, athletic complexes, and additional
park facilities.
future trails
Corcoran residents have expressed a strong interest in trails, particularly
for walking and biking. The community also has a high level of interest in
snowmobile and horseback trails. The community’s value of trails has been
implemented into this plan.
New to the 2040 Metropolitan Council Transportation Policy Plan, a Regional
Bicycle Transportation Network (RBTN) has been established. The RBTN
seeks to integrate a seamless network of on road bikeways and off road
trails to improve conditions for bicycle transportation at the regional level.
Corcoran’s Trail System plan will consider connections to surrounding
communities when planning on road bikeways and off road trails to support
park system patrons interest in trails and the regional bicycle transportation
network.
taBle 5-2: City and County trail system Within CorCoran
Total Trail Miles in 2040 MUSA 58
All Types
Total Trail Miles Outside 2040
MUSA 56
Total Off Road Miles 50 Inside & Outside MUSA Total On Road Miles 64
Total Trail System Miles 114
There are several categories of trails identified on the 2040 Parks and Trails
Plan. The City of Corcoran is continuing to plan for a fully developed system
ultimately offering up to 114 miles of trails. Trail categories and potential trail
options are described in Figures 5-8 through 5-11:
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Subtotal 89.13 70-120
Total Planned System 159-209
Total Projected Need by 2040 158 acres
Figure 5-10: Sidwalk with Boulevard off Roadway
Figure 5-11: On Road Trail on Roadway with Boulevard
Figure 5-8: Off-Road Trail with 20’ Easement
Figure 5-9: Off-Road Trail with Boulevard off Roadway
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regional linking trail
Regional linking trails are located to serve as linkages between components
of the regional parks system. When feasible, linking trails should attempt to
connect the population, economic, and social centers along its route.
Corcoran has 1 existing regional linking trail, the Lake Independence
Regional Trail, located along County Road 19 that stretches from Baker Park
Reserve to Crow-Hassan Park Reserve. The general alignment is shown on
the map along County Road 19. The length of this trail through Corcoran is
approximately 6 miles. This trail is considered a Tier 2 alignment in the RBTN
network. A proposed regional trail (Rush Creek Regional Trail) is also planned
just outside the northern edge of Corcoran providing a connection point from
County Road 101 near 117 to Crow-Hassan Park Reserve. A second RBTN,
Tier 2 trail is proposed for County Road 101 between Corcoran and Maple
Grove. No other RBTN network connections are proposed in the Metropolitan
Council’s 2040 TPP.
regional trail searCh Corridor addition
Regional trail search corridors (RTSC) are proposed regional trails without
a Metropolitan Council-approved master plan that identifies trail alignment.
Because they do not have a Council-approved master plan, these corridors
are not eligible for Regional Parks System funding for acquisition and
development. Within Corcoran, a RTSC proposed by the Three River Park
District was recommended as a system addition to the Metropolitan Council’s
2040 Regional Parks Policy Plan. This RTSC’s general alignment along
County Road 116 is shown in Figure 5-13 as North-South 1. Figure 5-14
shows a refined version of the same RTSC identified as the Diamond Lake
Regional Trail. This trail would connect several different existing and
proposed regional trails and is the only RTSC in Corcoran.
County trail
County trails, in this case proposed and managed by either Hennepin County as
part of their regional bikeway system or Three Rivers Park District (TRPD) as part of
their regional trail system, are often found adjacent to major roadways and locations
needed to link cities and components of the local or regional recreation system and/or
community facilities such as schools, libraries or commercial destinations. Three Rivers
Park System has proposed a network of nearly 49 miles off road trails for Corcoran,
generally aligning with Greenway Corridors. It should be noted that trail terminology
varies from County to City. In this plan and in the City of Corcoran generally, terms of
on road and off road trails are preferred. Hennepin County uses on street and off street
terminology though they are functionally the same.
on road trail
This trail type is a striped or signed bikeway on an existing road right-of-way or
designated lane. The City has 1 4.5-mile on road trail along County Road 30 and 1
6-mile trail along County Road 116. By 2040, the City on road trail system is planned to
include 31 miles; another 33 miles of on road trails are planned outside the MUSA.
off road trail
An off road-trail is a multi-use trail, paved or gravel that is at least 8 feet wide. These
trails are designed for bicycle, pedestrian, and other non- motorized uses. The City and
County agencies combined are planning for approximately 49 miles of off road trails, 26
miles inside the 2040 MUSA and 23 miles outside that area. The City is investigating the
possibility of co-locating an off-road trail over the natural gas pipeline easement in the
southern half of the City.
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Regional Destinations
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Figure 5-12: Regional Bicycle Transportation Network
Figure 5-16: Conceptual Regional Trail System
Figure 5-15: Conceptual Bike Trail System
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941 NE Hillwind Road, Suite 300
Fridley, MN, 55432
ofBASS LAKE CROSSING
Corcoran, Minnesota
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Blaine, MN 55449
Phone: (763) 489-7900
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Licensed Professional Engineer under
the laws of the State of Minnesota 4/14/17
4/14/17
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- THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL VISIT THE PROJECT SITE TO BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE EXISTING CONDITIONS
PRIOR TO SUBMITTING A BID.
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TO FACILITATE PLANT RELOCATION.
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BEFORE, DURING OR AFTER INSTALLATION.
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PLANT SCHEDULE.
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GOVERNING THE WORK.
- STORAGE OF MATERIALS OR SUPPLIES ON-SITE WILL NOT BE ALLOWED.
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OFWALCOTT GLEN
CORCORAN, MINNESOTA
PULTE HOMES OF
MINNESOTA, LLC.
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Reg. No.Date
Revisions Date
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2019 Pioneer Engineering, P.A.
Mendota Heights, MN 55120
2422 Enterprise Drive (651) 681-1914
Fax: 681-9488www.pioneereng.com
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTSLAND SURVEYORSLAND PLANNERSCIVIL ENGINEERS
I hereby certify that this plan was prepared by
me or under my direct supervision and that I
am a duly Licensed Landscape Architect
under the laws of the State of Minnesota 44763
Jennifer L. Thompson
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3-9-2022
3-9-2022 CITY COMMENTS
Parks and Trails
Commission Training
June 15, 2023
6a4.
Parks and Trails
Commission
Information
COMMISSION OVERVIEW
3
EXPECTATIONS
4
2040 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
5
PARK DEDICATION
7
PARK CLASSIFICATIONS
8
CURRENT PARKS
11
2023 PRIORITIES
12
Commission Overview
•A recommending body to the City Council.
•Meetings
•3rd Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm.
•Generally, at City Hall.
•Work sessions
•Study issues, gather/analyze information, and clarify
problems.
•Motions
•May introduce ordinances and resolutions, amend
them, and take any other action.
•Open meeting law
•Meetings of public bodies must generally be open to
the public.
•No gatherings of a quorum of Council/Commission/etc.
can occur without notice.
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Expectations…
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of staff:
•Help you navigate your role easier
•Provide short, well-written reports
•Give accurate, current, and non-biased data
•Present requested information in a timely manner
of Commissioners:
•Read the material
provided
•Ask questions, in
advance of meetings,
whenever possible
•Examine all the facts
and determine the best
option
2040 Comprehensive Plan
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•Adopted by the City Council on November 5, 2019.
•Parks and Trails Commission should implement the plan and strive to
achieve the goals and policies listed.
•Goals
•To implement this Parks and Trails Plan based on the needs of Corcoran residents
and park system patrons.
•To cooperatively with neighboring communities, Hennepin County, and the State of
Minnesota and others in planning, developing, and financing the local park system.
•To develop a park system the public values and visits.
•To develop a system of parks and trails, with a variety of active and passive uses, that
reflect the special character of the City, its history, and natural resources.
•To provide a safe, equitable, and convenient trail network.
2040 Comprehensive Plan
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Three Rivers Park District
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•Lake Independence Regional Trail
•County Road 19
•Diamond Lake Regional Trail
•North/south through Corcoran
•Cooperative Agreement
•Reimbursement for trails acquired
PARK DEDICATION FUND
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•Land
•Cash-in-lieu of landDedication
•Development of new recreational areas
•Upgrades to existing recreational areas
•*Ongoing operations and maintenance NOT
eligibleUses
Park Classification
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•Neighborhood park
•Prioritize user groups living in the neighborhood
•Overall size of 5-20 acres
•Service area of ¼-½ mile
•Physical geography suited for intense development
•A frequency of 1 neighborhood park per 5,000 residents
•Example: Wildflower Park
Park Classification
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•Community Park
•Seek to preserve unique landscapes and natural areas
•Larger in overall size; 20-100 acres
•Passive and active programmed recreation may occur within the same
park without conflict
•Service area of up to a 2-mile radius
•A frequency of 1 community park per 15,000 residents
•Community playfields (Athletic Search Area –ASA)
•Open space/natural parks
•Example: City Park
Park Classification
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•Local Linear Parks, Trails, Corridors, and Parkways
•1 or more varying modes of recreational travel
•Hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, etc.
•Often found adjacent to major roadways to link
recreation/community amenities
•Example: Future linear park along CR 116
CITY PARK MEMORIAL GARDEN WILDFLOWER PARK
20200 County Road 50 8200 County Road 116 6604 Wildflower Trail
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Current Parks
2023 Priorities
DIAMOND LAKE
REGIONAL TRAIL
BOARDWALK/OPEN
SPACE PARK
CITY PARK REMASTER PARK DEDICATION FUND
Three Rivers Park District Bellwether Development
County Road 10 & 50 Allocating funds
EDUCATIONAL SIGNS
DEVELOPMENT/PARK
STANDARDS UPDATE
Wildflower Park
Create vision of park standards
13Parks and Trails Commission Training2023
Map Training
SECTIONS
14
MISCELLANEOUS MAP
TRAINING
15
CONTOURS
17
TREES
18
Sections
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•Section: 1 square mile
•Range: Based on distance (east or west) from a Principal Meridian
•Quarter-Quarter:Area of section. First number is quarter, second number is quarter-quarter. Each number is 1-4, starting in the NE quarter and moving counterclockwise.
•4-digit unique number:Unique individual identified for each lot.
Map Training
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Map Training
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Contours
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Trees
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Questions?
Contact Information
Jessica Christensen Buck
Recreation Supervisor
jchristensenbuck@corcoranmn.gov; 763-400-7034
8a.
8200 County Road 116 Corcoran, MN 55340
763-420-2288 www.corcoranmn.gov
MEMO
Meeting Date: June 15, 2023
To: Parks and Trails Commission
From: Jessica Christensen Buck, Recreation Supervisor
Re: 2024 Budget and Fee Schedule
Staff reviewed the fees that are currently being charged and the fees of the surrounding
communities. Upon review, staff feels that the fees currently being charged are in line
with the nearby communities and cover the costs associated with running programs.
With that, staff would like to keep fees from 2023 consistent moving into 2024.
The following are the registration fees currently being charged, as well as being
suggested for 2024:
Spring Baseball
o T-Ball – Resident: $65, Non-Resident: $75
o Coach Pitch – Resident: $70, Non-Resident: $80
o Machine Pitch – Resident: $80, Non-Resident: $90
o Late registration fee: additional $5
Fall Baseball
o T-Ball – Resident: $40, Non-Resident: $45
o Coach Pitch – Resident: $40, Non-Resident: $45
o Machine Pitch – Resident $50, Non-Resident: $55
o Late registration fee: additional $5
Summer Soccer
o Resident: $75
o Non-Resident: $85
o Late registration fee: additional $5
In addition to the above registration fees, staff is proposing that the park reservation
fees remain the same for 2024. Below are the current reservation fees:
8a.
Staff is looking for any feedback from the Parks and Trails Commission regarding 2024
fees. If no feedback is provided, staff will proceed with the proposed fees.
It should be noted that with the City Park remaster project, the use of the amenities at
the park might be impacted. Staff is exploring other options to continue offering
programming without the use of the standard fields that have been used in the past.
With these adjustments, the pricing is subject to change to reflect that if need be.
Attachments:
None
8b.
8200 County Road 116 Corcoran, MN 55340
763-420-2288 www.corcoranmn.gov
MEMO
Meeting Date: June 15, 2023
To: Parks and Trails Commission
From: Jessica Christensen Buck, Recreation Supervisor
Re: Educational Signs at Wildflower Park
______________________________________________________________________
Educational signs at Wildflower Park were included in the Parks and Trails
Commission’s 2023 priorities. The vision for the signs was to be incorporated
around the patch of wildflowers to the east of the playground container.
During brief conversations among staff, it was determined that the location of the
signs should be somewhere that allows for minimal maintenance interference. Staff
is planning to explore the option of the signs along the inside perimeter of the
wildflower patch, however, if Commissioners have other suggestions, those can
also be explored.
At this time, suggestions of pictured wildflowers and/or QR codes on the signs that
link to a webpage with varieties of wildflowers in the area were proposed.
Staff is looking for feedback regarding the information on the signs, placement of
the signs, and design of the signs. Attached to this memo are examples proposed
by staff but can be edited or expanded upon with Commissioner feedback.
Attachments:
8b1. Examples of Sign Options
8b1.
Examples of Educational Sign Options
https://www.artsignworks.com/products/produc
ts_services/park_garden_signs.html/title/ga1665
1-post-mounted-carved-hdu-sign-for-city-of-
lomita-waterwise-gardens
https://www.artsignworks.com/products/products_services/park_garden_signs.html/title/ga16592-carved-high-density-
urethane-hdu-rule-and-directional-signs-for-a-gun-range-park
Agenda Item: 9a.
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8200 County Road 116, Corcoran, MN 55340
763-420-2288
email: general@corcoranmn.gov / website: www.corcoranmn.gov
MEMO
Meeting Date:
To:
From:
Re:
June 15, 2023
Parks and Trails Commission
Dwight Klingbeil, Planning Technician
Active Corcoran Planning Applications
Projects/comments in blue italics are new.
The following is a status summary of active planning projects:
1.Transition/Buffer Zones ZOA (City File 22-034). After multiple discussions on this topic in
2022, the City Council reviewed a draft of a Buffer Yard Ordinance at the January 26th work
session. Remaining questions and discussion regarding enforcement was discussed further at
the February 23rd regular Council meeting. The Planning Commission held a public hearing on
April 6th. The Commission recommended approval of the draft ordinance with the addition of
native planting options and a reduced penalty for violations. The final draft of the amendments
were reviewed and adopted by Council at the April 27th meeting.
2.PUD Standards Zoning Ordinance Amendment (City File No. 22-045). After various
discussions on planned unit development standards in 2022, staff and City Council continued
to discuss verbiage changes in the working draft of the new PUD district standards at the
January 26th City Council Work Session as well as a joint Work Session with the Planning
Commission and Parks and Trails Commission on February 9th. The Council asked the
Planning Commission to provide further feedback regarding the proposed point categories.
Individual Planning Commissioner feedback was submitted in the City Council packet for the
March 23rd meeting. At the March meeting, the Council directed staff to proceed with the public
hearing with the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission held a public hearing on
May 4th and recommended approval of Option 2 (“PUD Public Benefits Policy”) of the drafted
amendments. This item will be reviewed at the May 25th City Council regular meeting.
3.Rental Ordinance (City File No. 22-046). Staff and City Council continue to work through the
draft ordinance and planning for administrative implementation. Since the Rental Ordinance
will not be contained within the Zoning or Subdivision Ordinances of City Code, a public
hearing is not required. This item was discussed at the April 13th work session. Additional
revisions will be reviewed as a discussion item at the May 25th City Council regular meeting.
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4.Keefe Minor Subdivision (PID 33-119-23-12-0007) (City File No. 22-063). A complete
application for a two-lot minor subdivision at 6801 Willow Drive was submitted. Minor
subdivisions do not require review by the Planning Commission. The subdivision was approved
by City Council at the April 27, 2023, regular meeting.
5.Hope Community Sketch Plat (PID 11-119-23-14-0003) (City File No. 22-074). Brian Lother
submitted a concept plan application for a proposed residential and mixed-use development on
the properties surrounding Hope Community Church. The concept includes medical offices,
retail space, market rate apartments, townhomes, senior villas, and some assisted living units.
The Council authorized the EAW at the January 12, 2023, regular meeting. The Council
approved the distribution of the draft EAW at the May 25 regular Meeting. The comment period
for the EAW will open on May 30th and will close on July 6th.
6.“Kariniemi/Wicht Sketch Plat” (PID 18-119-23-11-0002; 18-119-23-42-0001) (City File No.
23-004). Nathan Kariniemi of Willow1 LLC originally submitted a sketch plat application for an
open space & preservation plat near Kariniemi Meadows on County Road 19 and County Road
10.The plan included three commercial lots wrapping around the existing Public Works building
in addition to 8 small residential lots off Larsen Road with a 40-acre outlot set aside as open
space. This item was discussed at the February 23rd meeting, where the Council provided
feedback to the applicant. Since the February meeting, the applicant submitted an updated plan
that no longer includes the OS&P concept. The new concept plan shows 6 commercial lots
wrapping around Public Works and two Rural Residential lots south of Rush Creek. The
updated concept was reviewed by Council at the April 27th meeting and is not currently
scheduled for any upcoming meetings.
7.“Cook Lake Highlands PUD Amendment” (PID 25-119-23-14-0002) (City File No. 23-005)
Trek Development submitted a PUD Amendment application for Cook Lake Highlands. The
request includes more impervious surface area at New Horizons Academy, an increase to the
number of units in the memory care facility consistent with preliminary approvals, and amending
the approved 100-unit co-op to a 145-unit age-restricted apartment. This request was reviewed
by Council at the April 27th and May 11th regular meetings. The City Council approved the
amendment as requested at the May 11th meeting.
8.“Kwik Trip CUP, Lot Line Adjustment, and Site Plan” (PID 12-119-23-14-0006; 12-119-23-
14-0004) (City File No. 23-006). Kwik Trip Inc. submitted a Site Plan, Lot Line Adjustment and
CUP application for the two parcels north of Mama G’s. The application was determined to be
incomplete for City review and is not currently scheduled for review by the City Council. A
feasibility study is currently underway to evaluate the infrastructure needs of the project.
9.“Rush Creek Reserve 3 Final Plat and Vacation” (City File No. 23-007) M/I Homes applied
for the 3rd addition of their “Rush Creek Reserve” development. This phase includes 18 villa
homes in a cul-de-sac on the Northwest corner of the site. This application required the vacation
of a blanket Drainage and Utility Easement that was created with the 2nd addition. The Public
Hearing was held at the May 11, 2023 Regular Meeting and was followed by Council approval
of the Final Plat and PUD.
10.“Red Barn Pet Retreat” (PID 01-119-23-44-0045) (City File No. 23-008) Daniel Benjamin
submitted an application for the expansion of his business, “Red Barn Pet Retreat” to a site on
the Northwest corner of Stieg Road and County Road 101. This application includes a
Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, Preliminary Plat, Conditional Use Permit,
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Variance, and a Site Plan. The concept for this project was discussed by the Council at the
December 22nd meeting. The application was deemed complete for review. The public hearing
for this item is scheduled for the June 1st, 2023 Planning Commission meeting and will come to
the Council at the June 22nd, 2023 Regular Meeting.
11. Heidecker Garage (PID 22-119-23-42-0009) (City File No. 23-009) Tyler Heidecker applied for
a Conditional Use Permit and an Interim Use Permit to construct a detached garage of 1750
square feet on his property at 7985 Eagle Ridge Road. The IUP will allow for storage of
business equipment within the structure. Staff determined the application to be complete. Tt is
scheduled for a public hearing at the July 6, 2023, Planning Commission meeting and City
Council review on July 27, 2023.
12. Expansion of Nonconforming Residential Structures Zoning Ordinance Amendment
(Citywide) (City File No. 23-011). Council directed to staff to move forward with a minor zoning
ordinance amendment which would allow some expansions of legal nonconforming residential
structures to be approved administratively. The public hearing for this item is scheduled for June
1, 2023 at the Planning Commission and will be reviewed by Council on June 22, 2023.
9b.
8200 County Road 116 Corcoran, MN 55340
763-420-2288 www.corcoranmn.gov
MEMO
Meeting Date: June 15, 2023
To: Parks and Trails Commission
From: Jessica Christensen Buck, Recreation Supervisor
Re: Recreation Supervisor Update
______________________________________________________________________
The following is a summary of what Recreation Supervisor Christensen Buck has been
overseeing since the last meeting.
• Night to Unite: Created sponsorship and donation flyer, finalized coloring page,
and worked on acquiring food vendor for the event.
• Country Daze: Ordered bean bag boards for the tournament, checked
registration (opens 6/19), and finalized the flyer for the tournament.
• Baseball: Assisted in season wrap-up, questions from coaches and parents, and
direction to the Program Coordinator as necessary.
• Trails: Met with Three Rivers Park District to discuss trail alignment in Tavera
development and worked on draft snow/ice removal policy with planning, police,
and public works staff.
• Soccer: Monitored soccer registrations, answered questions from parents
regarding the program, and ordered new, large goals for one of the fields.
• Other: Put together Parks and Trails Commission packet materials, posted to the
City Facebook and Twitter accounts, updated Parks and Recreation related
website items, answered questions regarding pavilion/ballfield reservations, and
attended monthly Development Review Committee meetings.
Attachments:
None
9c.
Attachments:
None
8200 County Road 116 Corcoran, MN 55340
763-420-2288 www.corcoranmn.gov
MEMO
Meeting Date: June 15, 2023
To: Parks and Trails Commission
From: Jackson Shipley, Program Coordinator
Re: Program Coordinator Update
______________________________________________________________________
The following is a summary of what Program Coordinator Shipley has been overseeing
since the last meeting.
•Baseball: Collected equipment from coaches, sent survey to participants,
attended a machine pitch jamboree in Hanover, and answered questions
regarding upcoming fall baseball registration.
•Night to Unite: Worked to organize donations from area businesses, developed
the coloring page, and visited area churches with Police Department staff to find
volunteers interested in helping with the city-wide party.
•Soccer: Continued to take questions regarding registration, worked with coaches
to process background checks, created team assignments, ordered uniforms for
participants, developed the schedule for the upcoming season, prepared
equipment, and worked with potential referees.
•Handbooks: Finalized handbooks for the youth athletic programs, developed a
weather cancellation policy to implement within the programs, and began
exploring background check policies in other communities for coaches and
volunteers.
•Other: Updated the published map of City Park, explored ideas for future
programming expansion, and received First Aid/CPR/AED training and
certification.
AGENDA ITEM 10c.
June 5, 2023
Date Park Dedication
Memorial Park
Maintenance
Combined Fund
Balance
415-10100 415-10102
04/22 Wright Soil and Water Conservation District (135.00)
05/22 Lennar Tavera 3rd Addition Park Dedication Fee 462,546.00
06/22 Interest 0.22
06/22 M/I Homes Rush Creek Reserve 2nd Addition 355,831.00
06/22 Skies Limit LLC 42,559.09
07/22 St. Therese 321,466.37
07/22 Natural Shores Technologies - Park Vegetation (100.00)
07/22 Pulte Homes Bellwether 9th 109,591.04
09/22 Cook Lake Highlands 336,407.00
09/22 Interest 0.23
11/22 Zewde Subdivision 4,628.00
11/22 Garages Too 20,645.82
12/22 Kariniemi Meadows 23,741.64
12/22 Interest 0.28
01/23 Stantec Invoice 2044165 - Park Planning (118.00)
03/23 Lennar Tavera 4th Addition Park Dedication Fee 140,605.36
04/23 Lennar Tavera 5th Addition Park Dedication Fee 120,328.00
04/23 Pulte Homes Walcott Glenn Park Dedication Fee 470,617.00
ENDING BALANCE 3,898,611.39 11,297.43 3,909,908.82
CITY OF CORCORAN
PARK CAPITAL FUND REPORT
CASH FUNDS
10c.
May 10, 2022
Date Park Dedication
Memorial Park
Maintenance
City Park
Improvement
Combined
Fund Balance
415-10100 415-10102 415-10100
06/21 NW Jaycees-City Park Improvement 100,000.00
12/21 Hanover Athletic Association - Donation 45,000.00
06/23 Corcoran Athletics Association - City Park Donation 5,622.41
3,898,611.39 11,297.43 150,622.41 4,060,531.23
CITY OF CORCORAN
PARK CAPITAL FUND REPORT
CASH FUNDS