HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-02-15 Parks and Trails Agenda PacketCITY OF CORCORAN
Corcoran Parks and Trails Commission Agenda
February 15, 2024 - 7:00 pm
1.Call to Order / Roll Call
2.Pledge of Allegiance
3.Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson Elections*
4.Agenda Approval
5.Minutes
a.Minutes – December 19, 2023, Meeting*
6.Open Forum
7.Presentations
a.Commissioner Training*
8.Unfinished Business
9.New Business
a.Preliminary Plat for Woodland Hills*
b.2024 Goals and Measurables*
10.Reports/Information
a.Active Planning Applications – Informational only*
b.Recreation Supervisor Update*
11.Subcommittee & Miscellaneous Reports
a.City Council Report*
b.Commissioner Term Update*
c.Garden Club Report
d.Park Dedication Fund*
12.Other Business/Announcements
13.Commissioner Liaison Calendar
City Council Meetings
02/22/2024 03/14/2024 03/28/2024 04/11/2024 04/25/2024 05/09/2024 05/23/2024
Strehler Anderson Erzberger Schmidt Friedrich Nybo Christenson
14.Adjournment
*Includes Materials - Materials relating to these agenda items can be found in the House Agenda Packet by
door.
HYBRID MEETING OPTION
AVAILABLE
The public is invited to attend the regular Parks
and Trails Commission meetings at City Hall.
Meeting Via Telephone/Other Electronic
Means
Call-in Instructions:
+1 312 626 6799 US
Enter Meeting ID: 815 9742 6469
Press *9 to speak during the Public
Comment Sections in the meeting.
Video Link and Instructions:
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visit http://www.zoom.us and enter
Meeting ID: 815 9742 6469
Participant video feeds will be muted. In-
person comments will be received. Those
looking to provide virtual comments are
encouraged to send them via email to
Recreation Supervisor Christensen Buck at
jchristensenbuck@corcoranmn.gov by
12:00 pm of the meeting day.
For more information on options to provide
public comment visit:
www.corcoranmn.gov
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8200 County Road 116 Corcoran, MN 55340
763-420-2288 www.ci.corcoran.mn.us
MEMO
Meeting Date: February 15, 2024
To: Parks and Trails Commission
From: Jessica Christensen Buck, Recreation Supervisor
Re: Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson Election
______________________________________________________________________
Annually the Parks and Trails Commission must elect a Chairperson and Vice-
Chairperson from among its appointed members to run its meetings. Both positions are
for a term of one year. The 2023 Chairperson was Tom Anderson, and the Vice-
Chairperson was Phillip Christenson.
Although the City Code states that the commission shall "elect" a chairperson, it does
not define how that process happens. Staff recommends the Parks and Trails
Commission use the motion, second, and vote process to select both the Chairperson
and Vice-Chairperson.
Attachment:
N/A
CITY OF CORCORAN
5a.
Corcoran Parks and Trails Meeting Minutes
December 19, 2023 - 7:00 pm
The Corcoran Parks and Trails Commission met on December 19, 2023, in Corcoran, MN.
Present were Chair Anderson, Vice-Chairperson Christenson, and Commissioners Erzberger, Friedrich,
Nybo, and Schmidt.
Absent was Commissioner Strehler.
Also present at City Hall were Councilmember Nichols, City Administrator Tobin, and Recreation
Supervisor Christensen Buck.
1. Call to Order / Roll Call
Chairperson Anderson called the meeting to order at 7:01 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 Friedrich, seconded by Christenson, to approve the agenda as presented.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Christenson, Erzberger, Friedrich, Nybo, and Schmidt.
(Motion carried 6:0)
4. Minutes
a. Minutes – November 16, 2023, Meeting
Motion: Made by Christenson, seconded by Nybo, to approve the minutes as presented.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Christenson, Erzberger, Friedrich, Nybo, and Schmidt.
(Motion carried 6:0)
5. Open Forum
Recreation Supervisor Christensen Buck informed the Commission that there were no individuals
interested in speaking.
6. Presentations
a. City Administrator – Jay Tobin
City Administrator Tobin introduced himself to the Commission, highlighting his background in
finance, parks and recreation, and his passion for parks. Commissioners provided their history with
living in Corcoran and time served on the Commission.
7. Unfinished Business – None
8. New Business
a. Hope Community Church Development
Recreation Supervisor Christensen Buck provided an overview of the proposed development,
including that it was a mixed-use development with 4 commercial lots and 677 residential units,
located in the northwest corner of County Road 116 and County Road 30. Recreation Supervisor
Christensen Buck highlighted the 2040 Comprehensive Plan showed existing on-road trails on
County Road 116 and County Road 30, as well as a placeholder for the Diamond Lake Regional
Trail as a proposed off-road trail in the vicinity of County Road 116. Recreation Supervisor
Christensen Buck noted that no parks are shown in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan for that area, but
as part of the development, a private tot lot is included. Recreation Supervisor included in the
overview, following a Three Rivers Park District Feasibility Study, that staff recommendation is
provide park dedication credit for the City’s standard 20’ easement protocol, with construction of the
proposed underpass to be completed by Three Rivers Park District at a future date. With final park
dedication calculations taking place at final plat arrival, proposed park dedication for the
development was shown as 0.14 acres of land, and $2,352,906 remaining cash due in-lieu of land.
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Josh McKinney, advisor for the applicant, spoke with the Commission regarding the proposed senior
living campus and the intention to create a community with private spaces, that can be accessible
via golf cart. McKinney noted the intentional positioning and grading to maintain existing trees and
create a natural buffer. Commissioners discussed concerns regarding the number of crossings along
the proposed trail route, to which there was interest in having the trail aligned on the south side of
Oswald Farm Road. Commissioners noted some concern with the route being through a busy area,
to which City Administrator Tobin highlighted this development would have 677 new residential units
accessing the trail amenity, with connections to other trails. Commissioners expressed concerns
regarding golf cart usage along trails with pedestrians, bikers, etc., to which McKinney informed the
Commission that motorized vehicles are not allowed on Three Rivers Park District trails which would
help mitigate the problem. Chairperson Anderson expressed environmental preferences for quality
landscaping and native trees, to which McKinney highlighted the natural trees, setbacks, and
policies set by the Elm Creek Watershed guidelines that align with that vision. Councilmember
Nichols inquired about green roofs on the buildings, to which McKinney informed the Commission
the intention is to have landscape incorporated. McKinney informed the Commission of amenity
areas for the residential areas, such as green spaces, pool, patio spaces, and pickleball.
Councilmember Nichols noted during a previous City Council meeting there were discussions of
possibly re-evaluating the park plan to determine if an additional park may be necessary to better
serve the Hope Development and highlighted that access to the nearby parks in Bellwether should
be a priority. Commissioners discussed nearby parcels and discussed the potential for future
development around the Hope Community Church property. Brian Lother, Lead Pastor for Hope
Community Church, noted that the addition of the Hope Way roadway was intended plan for future
development and access points. Lother informed the Commission of the reasoning for the alignment
of the Diamond Lake Regional Trail, highlighting that the current location should allow for less
flooding during rain events.
Motion: Made by Friedrich, seconded by Erzberger, recommend the trail be moved to the south side
of Hope Way, and acceptance of a combination of off-road trail easement and cash-in-lieu of land to
satisfy park dedication requirements.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Christenson, Erzberger, Friedrich, Nybo, and Schmidt.
(Motion carried 6:0)
Commissioner Nybo inquired about the apartment height limits to which Councilmember Nichols
responded that there was a height limit but does not limit the number of stories.
9. Reports/Information
a. 2023 Year in Review & 2024 Priorities
Recreation Supervisor Christensen Buck highlighted accomplishments of the Parks and Trails
Commission from 2023 including coordination of the annual tree giveaway, touring the open space
and neighborhood park in Bellwether, welcomed two new commissioners, and finalized consultant
selection for park planning. Recreation Supervisor Christensen Buck noted 2024 priority options
including continued development of the Diamond Lake Regional Trail, designing the open space
park and boardwalk in the Bellwether development, City Park remaster, wayfinding, determining
future project finance options, and updating development/park standards. Commissioners inquired
about if they would see a representative from HKGi at Parks and Trails Commission meetings, to
which City Administrator Tobin informed the Commission that working through staff help keeps costs
lower than having them in attendance at meetings. Commissioners discussed updating the
development/park standards, to which Councilmember Nichols informed the Commission that he
believes it was shared with Council, but not formally adopted. Councilmember Nichols and City
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Administrator Tobin noted that focusing on the development/park standards in the beginning of the
year, while highlighting characteristics that are distinctly Corcoran, may be helpful to accomplishing
the other priorities. Chairperson Anderson expressed his concerns with accessibility, size, and other
areas of improvements that were determined from the development of previous parks.
Commissioners discussed the open space park in the Ravinia development and their desire to bring
the project back to a meeting for further discussion.
b. Active Planning Applications – Informational Only
Commissioner Nybo inquired about the location of the 3019 Addition (PID 07-119-23-14-0003) and
about holding worship services in a home. City Administrator Tobin informed the Commission that
there would start to be other code issues related to ADA accessibility, parking, etc. if the size of the
offering hits a certain threshold, regarding worship services.
c. Recreation Supervisor Update
Recreation Supervisor Christensen Buck provided an update on items she had been working on
including ice rink attendant hiring, the cooperative agreement with Three Rivers Park District, and
coordination of the 2023 Holiday Toy and Food Drive.
10. Subcommittee & Miscellaneous Reports
a. City Council Report
Councilmember Nichols highlighted the items discussed at City Council meetings since the last
Parks and Trails Commission meeting including adopting the updated City logo, retirement of
Canine Officer Zeke, approval to work with HKGi for park planning contract, and the hiring of City
Administrator Tobin. Vice-Chairperson Christenson inquired about accepting virtual participation, to
which Councilmember Nichols informed the Commission of instances where City Council meetings
experienced spamming of meetings. Councilmember Nichols informed the Commission that the
policy for virtual participation may be revisited with new meeting software.
b. Garden Club Report
Chairperson Anderson noted that it is winter, but minimal frost. No activities have occurred but will
start up in the spring.
c. Park Dedication Fund
Councilmember Nichols inquired about interest on the park dedication fund, to which City
Administrator Tobin informed the Commission that a consultant will be assisting with finances with
the resignation of the previous Finance Manager. City Administrator Tobin informed the Commission
that work would be done on the park dedication fund investment strategies during 2024.
11. Other Business/Announcements – None
12. Commissioner Liaison Calendar
01/11/2024 01/25/2024 02/08/2024 02/22/2024 03/14/2024 04/11/2024 01/11/2024
Friedrich Nybo Christenson Strehler Anderson Erzberger Schmidt
13. Adjournment
Motion: Made by Christenson, seconded by Nybo to adjourn the meeting at 8:34 pm.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Christenson, Erzberger, Friedrich, Nybo, and Schmidt.
(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: February 15, 2024
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 an 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, and a copy of the slides for the training.
The materials should help provide a deeper understanding of the role Commissioners
play and the Parks and Trails Commission meetings.
Attachments:
7a1. Parks and Trails Commission handbook
7a2. Parks and Trails section of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan
7a3. 2-15-2024 training slides
Parks and Trails Commission
Orientation Manual
February 2024
7a1.
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
City Facilities ................................................................................................................................................. 8
Parks .............................................................................................................................................................. 8
General Statistics .......................................................................................................................................... 8
Closing statement from Recreation Supervisor, Jessica Christensen Buck ................................................ 10
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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. Work is expected to begin on the 2050 Comprehensive Plan in 2025.
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 City Administrator is Jay Tobin,
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and Administrative Services Director is Kathy Hughes. 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
VACANT, Finance Manager
Jodie Peterson, Accountant
Wayne Barnhart, Accounting Clerk
Michelle Friedrich, Deputy Clerk
Linda Canton, Administrative Assistant
Jessica Christensen Buck, Recreation Supervisor
Natalie Davis, Planner
Dwight Klingbeil, Planning Technician
Part-time/Seasonal
Aaron Headrick, Communications Assistant – part time
Program Coordinator (1) – seasonal
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
Dan Wilcox, Sergeant
Tim Spellacy, Police Officer – Detective
Steve Warren, Police Officer
Aaron Burns, Police Officer
Josh Lawson, Police Officer
Abigail Edstrom, Police Officer
Jesse Olson, Police Officer
Jacob Andersen, Police Officer
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VACANT – 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, construction services, 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
Mike Pritchard, Construction Services Supervisor
Shawna Zuther, Permit Technician
Pat Meister, Operations Superintendent
Brandon Heinz, Operations Manager
Mark Reinking, Crew Leader
Clyde Bechtold, Maintenance Worker
Robbie Kottke, Maintenance Worker
Mac Alger, Maintenance Worker
Eric Gregory, Maintenance Worker
VACANT, Maintenance Worker
Part-time/Seasonal
Summer seasonals (2)
Part-time Ice Rink Attendants (4-6)
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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 schoolhouse that previously
was the headquarters for Public Works; before that it was the old City Hall. The old
schoolhouse was demolished in 2014, the garage however remains and is utilized for
storage.
Parks
City Park: 79.25 acres
Wildflower Park: 5.13 acres
Memorial Garden (on City Hall property)
Ravinia Open Space Park (Unnamed): 38.7 acres
Bellwether Open Space Park (Unnamed): 27.7 acres
Bellwether Neighborhood Park (Unnamed): 13.86 acres
Tavera Neighborhood Park (Unnamed): 4.24 acres
General Statistics
As found on the Metropolitan Council’s community profile for Corcoran.
Area: 36.1 square miles, 23,079 acres
Population (2022) 7,430
Households (2021): 2,647
Median household income (ACS 2018-2022): $155,400
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Population by race and ethnicity (American Community Survey 2017-2021):
Land use (Metropolitan Council Generalized Land Use Historical Data Set 2020):
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Household Type (American Community Survey 2017-2021):
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
5-8 Thru 5-11 Park Trail exaMPles 75
5-12 regional BiCyCle TransPorTaTion 76
neTwork
5-13 regional Trail searCh area 76
figures ConTinueD
5-14 DiaMonD lake rT MaP 76
5-15 CounTy Bikeway sysTeM 76
5-16 ConCePTual regional Trail sysTeM 76
TaBles
5-1 ProJeCTeD aCres of Park lanD 75
5-2 CiTy anD CounTy Trail sysTeM 75
MaPs
5-1 Parks anD Trails Plan 79
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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
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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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Total Planned System 159-209
Total Projected Need by 2040 158 acres
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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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Map 5-1Parks and Trails Plan
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Parks and Trails
Commission Training
February 15, 2024
7a3.
Parks and Trails
Commission
Information
COMMISSION OVERVIEW
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EXPECTATIONS
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2040 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
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PARK DEDICATION
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PARK CLASSIFICATIONS
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CURRENT PARKS
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2023 PRIORITIES
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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.
2024 Parks and Trails Commission Training 3
REGULAR MEETING ITEMS
2024 Parks and Trails Commission Training 4
•Summary of previous meeting
•Motion neededMinutes
•Summary of active planning projectsActive Planning
Applications
•Summary of Recreation Supervisor’s
tasks
Recreation
Supervisor Update
•Recap of items discussed at City CouncilCity Council
Report
•Summary of funds in Park Dedication
and Memorial Garden funds
Park Dedication
Fund
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.
•2025 begins work on the 2050 Comprehensive Plan.
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
•Up to $15,000 towards City Park alignment planning
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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 eligible
Uses
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
2024 Priorities
DIAMOND LAKE
REGIONAL TRAIL
BOARDWALK/OPEN
SPACE PARKS
CITY PARK REMASTER PARK DEDICATION FUND
Three Rivers Park District Bellwether Development &
Ravinia Development
County Road 10 & 50 Allocating funds
WAYFINDING SIGNS
DEVELOPMENT/PARK
STANDARDS UPDATE
Directional and monument signs
Create vision of park standards
15Parks and Trails Commission Training2024
Map Training
SECTIONS
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MISCELLANEOUS MAP
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CONTOURS
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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.
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Development
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PRELIMINARY GRADING
& EROSION CONTROL PLAN
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MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL, LLC
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Blaine, MN 55449
Phone: (763) 489-7900
Fax: (763) 489-7959
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- THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL VISIT THE PROJECT SITE TO BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE EXISTING CONDITIONS
PRIOR TO SUBMITTING A BID.
- THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY THE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT OF PROPOSED PHYSICAL START DATE AT
LEAST 7 DAYS IN ADVANCE.
- THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FIELD VERIFICATION OF ALL EXISTING UTILITY
LOCATIONS ON THE PROJECT SITE WITH GOPHER STATE ONE CALL 1-800-252-1166 PRIOR TO COMMENCING WORK.
THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE PROTECTION AND REPAIR OF EXISTING UTILITIES
DAMAGED DURING CONSTRUCTION AT NO COST TO THE OWNER. NOTIFY THE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT OF ANY CONFLICTS
TO FACILITATE PLANT RELOCATION.
- GRADING TO BE PERFORMED BY OTHERS.
- NO PLANT MATERIAL SHALL BE INSTALLED UNTIL GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION HAS BEEN COMPLETED IN THE
IMMEDIATE AREA.
- ALL PLANT MATERIAL SHALL MEET THE STANDARDS FOUND IN THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF
NURSERYMEN-AMERICAN STANDARD FOR NURSERY STOCK.
- ALL CONTAINER MATERIAL TO BE GROWN IN THE CONTAINER A MINIMUM OF SIX (6) MONTHS PRIOR TO PLANTING ON
SITE.
- DECIDUOUS AND CONIFEROUS TREES SHALL NOT BE STAKED, UNLESS DETERMINED TO BE NECESSARY.
- THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE A MINIMUM GUARANTEE OF ONE YEAR ONE TIME REPLACEMENT ON
NEW PLANT MATERIALS. GUARANTEE SHALL BE AGREED UPON BY DEVELOPER/BUILDER AND LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR.
- THE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY PLANTS WHICH ARE DEEMED UNSATISFACTORY
BEFORE, DURING OR AFTER INSTALLATION.
- IF THERE IS A DESCREPANCY BETWEEN THE NUMBER OF PLANTS SHOWN ON THE PLAN AND THE NUMBER SHOWN ON
THE PLANT LIST, THE NUMBER SHOWN ON THE PLAN WILL TAKE PRECEDENCE.
-THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL MULCHES AND PLANTING SOIL QUANTITIES TO
COMPLETE WORK SHOWN ON THE PLAN. THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY ALL QUANTITIES SHOWN ON THE
PLANT SCHEDULE.
- COMMERCIAL GRADE POLY LAWN EDGING SHALL BE INSTALLED UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.
- THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL REPAIR ALL DAMAGE TO THE SITE CAUSED BY THE PLANTING OPERATION AT
NO COST TO THE OWNER.
- THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL KEEP PAVEMENTS CLEAN UNSTAINED. ALL PEDESTRIAN AND VEHICLE ACCESS
TO BE MAINTAINED THROUGHOUT CONSTRUCTION PERIOD. ALL WASTES SHALL BE PROMPTLY REMOVED FROM THE SITE.
ANY DAMAGE TO EXISTING FACILITIES SHALL BE REPAIRED AT THE CONTRACTOR'S EXPENSE.
- THE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLYING WITH ALL APPLICABLE CODES, REGULATIONS AND PERMITS
GOVERNING THE WORK.
- STORAGE OF MATERIALS OR SUPPLIES ON-SITE WILL NOT BE ALLOWED.
KEY COMMON NAME/SCIENTIFIC NAME ROOT*QUANTITY
c
OFWALCOTT GLEN
CORCORAN, MINNESOTA
PULTE HOMES OF
MINNESOTA, LLC.
02-11-2022Name
Reg. No.Date
Revisions Date
Designed
Drawn
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
00-PLAN-121234-SHEET-LAND.DWG
3-9-2022
3-9-2022 CITY COMMENTS
Questions?
Contact Information
Jessica Christensen Buck
Recreation Supervisor
jchristensenbuck@corcoranmn.gov; 763-400-7034
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STAFF REPORT Agenda Item 9a.
Parks and Trails Commission Meeting:
February 15, 2024
Prepared By:
Natalie Davis McKeown
Topic:
Preliminary Plat for “Woodland Hills”
(PID 36-119-23-33-0009; 36-119-23-33-0010;
36-119-23-33-0007)
(City File No. 23-033)
Action Required:
Recommendation
Review Deadline: April 25, 2024
1.Request
The applicant, Woodland
Hills of Corcoran, Inc.,
requests approval of a
land use application that
includes a preliminary plat
to create 60 single-family
residential lots, 1
community
amenity/recreational lot,
and 5 outlots at the
northeast corner of
County Road 116 and
Hackamore Road.
2.Context
Background
The subject properties
include three properties
previously used for agriculture. Hackamore Road improvements are underway. A
portion of the subject property is being used for construction staging.
Zoning and Land Use
The subject properties are guided for low density residential and currently zoned RSF-2
(Single-Family Residential 2). Up until this point, the land use has been agricultural. The
property is within the Metropolitan Urban Service Area (MUSA) and within Phase 1 of
the 2040 Staging Plan for municipal services.
Surrounding Properties
Figure 1 Project Site NE Corner CR 116 and Hackamore Rd
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The land use, guiding, and zoning of the surrounding properties are provided in the
table below:
Direction Existing Land Use Guided Land Use
in 2040 Comp
Plan
Zoning District
North -Low Density
Residential
-Existing Residential
-RSF-2
-Urban Reserve
(UR)
Residential
East Existing Residential UR Residential
South Medina Medina Residential
West Low Density Residential Planned Unit
Development
(PUD) – Tavera
Residential
Natural Characteristics of The Site
The 2040 Comprehensive Plan’s Natural Resource Inventory Areas map does not show
any high-quality natural communities on the subject properties. There is an emergent
wetland community indicated on the eastern portion of the project site. A wetland
delineation was approved by the City in January 2021, which is valid through January
2026. The delineation confirmed 10 wetlands throughout the project site. The Hennepin
County Resources Map indicates the larger wetland complex in the southeast portion of
the site may be a DNR protected water and is identified as Flood Zone A.
Figure 2 Hennepin County Natural Resources Map
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3. Analysis
Trails and Parks
The 2040 Parks and Trails Map provides guidance to the City for acquiring land for
parks and trails. No parks are shown within the vicinity of this project. An existing on-
road trail is shown on County Road 116. The applicant will be required to provide a 60’
half right-of-way (ROW) along County Road 116, and typically the County also requests
an additional trail easement of 5’ to allow for future trail upgrades.
A proposed on-road trail is shown along Hackamore Road on the 2040 Parks and Trails
Plan. This on-road trail is reflected on the proposed site plan and is being constructed
with the Hackamore Road project. The applicant will not receive park dedication credit
for the on-road trail as it will be located within the City’s ROW. Staff recommend park
dedication for this project to be in the form of cash-in-lieu of land.
Park Dedication Calculation
Based on the current plan, 60 single-family residential lots are proposed. The expected
park dedication based on the 2024 Fee Schedule is $357,240 (60 single-family units x
$5,954). The final park dedication fee will be based on the adopted fee schedule at the
time of final plat approval. The fees will be due prior to releasing the final plat for
recording the subdivision with Hennepin County.
4. Recommendation
Figure 3 2040 Parks and Trails Map
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Staff recommends the Parks and Trails Commission to make a motion to accept cash-
in-lieu of land for park dedication.
Attachments:
1.Concept Plan Received 1/18/2024.
2.Applicant Narrative
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Woodland Hills of Corcoran
Development Narrative
Gonyea Company is excited to provide the Preliminary Plat development application for the
Woodland Hills of Corcoran neighborhood located in the northeast corner of the Hackamore
Road and County Road 116 intersection. Gonyea Company has a strong history of creating
quality neighborhoods in the west metro, including many in the cities of Plymouth and Maple
Grove, and we plan to build on that history with the creation of Woodland Hills of Corcoran.
The Woodland Hills of Corcoran neighborhood as shown includes a total of 60 detached home
sites and one amenity lot. The lots will be sold to quality local builders for the construction of
custom homes.
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Development Team
Developer/Property Owner:
Woodland Hills of Corcoran, Inc.
Dave Gonyea
Jake Walesch
6885 Sycamore Lane N
Suite 110
Maple Grove, Minnesota 55369
Email: jake@jakewalesch.com
Environmental:
Kjolhaug Environmental Services
Melissa Barrett
2500 Shadywood Road, Suite 130
Orono, MN 55331
Telephone: 952-388-3752
Email: melissa@kjolhaugenv.com
Project Manager:
Steve Juetten
6885 Sycamore Lane N
Suite 110
Maple Grove, Minnesota 55369
Telephone: 612-269-2531
Email: steve@gonyeacompany.com
Landscape Design:
Pioneer Engineering, P.A.
Jenni Thompson, PLA, AICP, JD
2422 Enterprise Drive
Mendota Heights, Minnesota 55120
Telephone: 651-681-1914
Email: jthompson@pioneereng.com
Civil Engineer and Land Surveyor:
Sathre-Berquist, Inc.
Robert S. Molstad, P.E.
14000 25th Avenue North
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Telephone: 952-476-6000
Email: molstad@sathre.com
Soil Sciences:
Haugo Geo Technical Services
Paul Haugo
2825 Cedar Avenue S
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55407
Telephone: 612-554-4829
Email: p.haugo@gmail.com
Comprehensive Plan and Rezoning
To accommodate the proposed preliminary plat, a comprehensive plan amendment and zoning
change is necessary that would allow a density of two to three units per acre and change the
current zoning from RSF-2 to RSF-3. The change will allow for a mix of 65-foot-wide and 75-
foot-wide lots that will more efficiently utilize the site which contains several wetlands and
boarders Hackamore Road and County Road 116.
Comprehensive Plan
Current Land use Category: Low Density Residential, which requires a minimum density of 3
dwelling units per acre.
Land use categories of adjacent properties:
•Land use of property to the east: Existing Residential
•Land use of property to the north: Low Density Residential
•Land use of property to the west: Low Density Residential
•Land use of property to the south (city of Medina): Future Development
Proposed Land use category: creation of a new land use category to allow a density of 2-3 units
per acre.
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Zoning
Current Zoning: RSF-2 (Single Family Residential 2)
Zoning of adjacent properties:
•Zoning of property to the east and North: UR (Urban Reserve)
•Zoning of property to the west: PUD (Planned Unit Development
•Zoning of property to the south (city of Medina): R1 (Single Family Residential) and RR-
UR (Rural Residential – Urban Reserve)
•Zoning of property to the southwest (city of Medina): SR (Suburban Residential)
Proposed Zoning: RSF-3 (Single and Two Family Residential 3)
Traffic
Based on current traffic prediction methods, a 60-lot neighborhood would generate
approximately 600 vehicle trips per day. Hackamore Road, with the upgrades this past
construction season, is sized to accommodate the addition of the proposed 600 additional
vehicle trips.
Further, the subdivision is designed for all vehicles to access the site via Hackamore Road
versus any access directly onto County Road 116. This design will keep slower vehicles that
are either exiting the neighborhood or turning into the neighborhood on Hackamore Road
versus vehicles accessing directly onto the higher volume and speed County Road 116. An
emergency access has been proposed from the northwest cul-de-sac to County Road 116.
Environmental Impacts
The neighborhood is designed to impact only three small wetlands. The other, larger wetlands
will be either preserved or enhanced. With the preservation of the wetlands and the placement
of wetland buffers, the environmental impacts will be minimal if not improved.
Preliminary Plat
The home sites are being developed for the construction of 60 single-family detached homes
that will be built by quality builders that have built hundreds of homes throughout the Twin Cities
market. Each home and lot will be individually owned and maintained. Examples of the house
product are shown on page 8. The site grading and infrastructure construction is expected to
occur in 2024 with home construction starting in late summer 2024.
Landscaping
A landscaping plan has been provided with the development submittal that shows lot
landscaping, buffer landscaping, landscaping along County Road 116 and Hackamore Road
and additional landscaping throughout the neighborhood.
Lot Landscaping
Per City Code, each lot will have a minimum of one overstory tree. Many builders and future
homeowners will add additional trees as they design and construct the final yard amenities.
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Buffer Landscaping
Per the City Code, buffer landscaping has been included in the rear of lots that abut existing lots
to the east and to the north.
Adjacent to Hackamore and County Road 116 Landscaping
The design has lots that will have reduced setbacks down to 60 feet from either County Road
116 or Hackamore Road. Additional landscaping as required by City Code will be provided on
these lots.
Landscaping in southeast corner
To buffer the proposed cul-de-sac in the southeast corner of the site from Hackamore Road, 19
Black Hills Spruce and 32 Red Twigged Dogwood are proposed.
Amenities
Wetland Preservation and buffers
An overriding site design criteria was to preserve as much wetland as possible on the site and
to provide the required wetland buffers and structure setbacks. The site currently has ten
wetlands, as discussed below in the Wetlands section, the site design contemplates filling three
wetlands (approximately 22,4897 square feet of wetland (.52 acres). Five of the remaining
wetlands will continue to be classified as medium quality wetlands and two will continue to be
classified as low-quality wetlands. Wetland buffers have been shown to meet city buffer
standards. The site design allows for the establishment of new buffers after grading is
completed.
Pool house and pool (association maintained)
An amenity lot is proposed in the southeast corner of the site and will include a pool and
pool/house. The final building design and pool design has not been completed and will meet all
city standards. The homeowner’s association will own, operate, and maintain the amenity.
Entryway feature
There will be an entrance monument installed in the project. The exact location and design has
not been decided at the time of submittal. Proper site and permit approvals will be applied for.
The monument will be owned and maintained by the homeowner’s association.
Wetlands
The preliminary plat design proposes filling three small wetlands and preserving seven larger
wetlands. One of the preserved wetlands, Wetland 9, located in the south-central portion of the
site, will be enhanced by lowering the edges and revegetating. A separate wetland replacement
application has been submitted to allow for the WCA review and subsequent approval of the
wetland filling and modification.
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Wetlands to be filled:
Wetland A – 3,635 sq. ft. of fill Wetland 4 – 2,112 sq. ft. of fill
Wetland 8 – 16,750 sq. ft. of fill
Wetland to be modified:
Wetland 9 – existing area 14,518 sq. ft., expanded area 16,429 sq. ft.
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Variances
Variance to section 1040.050 Subd. 7
City Ordinance: Minimum side yard (living) = 10 feet, Minimum side yard (garage) = 5 feet
To provide the most flexibility for a builder to place a home on a lot, consideration is being
requested for non-street side setbacks to be 7½ feet and 7½ feet rather than 5 feet and 10 feet.
This would maintain the desired 15-foot setback between houses on adjacent lots. It should be
noted that the proposed neighborhood front yard setback is 25 feet, where City Code allows a
minimum front yard setback of 20 feet.
Variance Review Criteria (970.030)
a) That there are practical difficulties in complying with the zoning ordinance.
Response: The neighborhood is proposed on a 36.74-acre site with seven preserved
wetlands, is bordered on the south by Hackamore Road, and is bordered on the west by
County Road 116. These constraints result in lot design and house placement
restrictions. Based on this, the stated constraints result in practical difficulties for the
flexible placement of detached single-family houses.
b) That the conditions upon which a petition for a variation is based are unique to
the parcel of land for which the variance is sought and were not created by the
landowner.
Response: The neighborhood is proposed on a 36.74-acre site with seven wetlands, is
bordered on the south by Hackamore Road, and is bordered on the west by County
Road 116. These constraints result in lot design and house placement restrictions.
Based on this, the conditions upon which a petition for a variance are unique to this
parcel.
c) That the granting of the variation will not alter the essential character of the
locality.
Response: Current City Ordinance stipulates a 5-foot garage and a 10-foot living space
setback, with a minimum setback of 15 feet between structures on adjacent lots. With 7
½ feet and 7 ½ feet setbacks, the minimum setback between structures on adjacent lots
will continue to be 15 feet. Based on this, the granting of the variance will not alter the
essential character of the locality.
d) The proposed variance would be in harmony with the general purposes and intent
of the ordinance.
Response: Current City Ordinance stipulates a 5-foot garage and a 10-foot living space
setback, with a minimum setback of 15 feet between structures on adjacent lots. With 7
½ feet and 7 ½ feet setbacks, the minimum setback between structures on adjacent lots
will continue to be 15 feet. Based on this, the variance request would be in harmony
with the general purposes and intent of the ordinance.
e) The variance is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
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Response: Current City Ordinance stipulates a 5-foot garage and a 10-foot living space
setback, with a minimum setback of 15 feet between structures on adjacent lots. With 7
½ feet and 7 ½ feet setbacks, the minimum setback between structures on adjacent lots
will continue to be 15 feet. Based on this, the variance request is consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan.
f) The City may impose conditions on the variance to address the impact of the
variance.
Response: The request for a variance to allow 7 ½ feet and 7 ½ feet side yard setbacks
is offset by proposing 25-foot front yard setbacks for all lots.
Variance to section 1040.050 Subd.8 B. (arch standards)
City Ordinance: The garage shall not compromise more than 55 percent of the viewable
ground floor street-facing linear building frontage. This standard is based on the
measurement of the entire garage structure and not on a measurement of the garage
door or doors only. Corner lots are exempt from this required on one street elevation.
To provide the most flexibility for a builder to construct houses with desired garage sizes,
consideration is being requested to allow houses with three-stall garages to have garages that
are no more than 65 percent of the viewable ground floor street-facing linear building frontage
and allow houses with four-stall garages to have garages that are no more than 70 percent of
the viewable ground floor street-facing linear building frontage.
Variance Review Criteria (970.030)
a) That there are practical difficulties in complying with the zoning ordinance.
Response: The RSF-3 zoning district allows for a minimum lot width of 65-feet. The
proposed subdivision includes many 65-foot-wide lots and many 75-foot-wide lots.
Today’s buyers prefer a minimum of a three-stall garage, and many buyers desire a four-
stall garage. The minimum width of a three-stall garage is 30 feet, and the minimum
width of a four-stall garage is 40.5 feet. However, to comply with the current ordinance
standard a garage placed on a 65-foot lot with a 50-foot pad (65-foot-wide lot less a 7.5-
foot sideyard setback on each side) cannot be larger than 27.5 feet wide if the entire
width of the pad is utilized. Which would not accommodate a three-stall garage. Further,
to comply with the current ordinance standard a garage placed on a 75-foot-wide lot with
a 60-foot pad (75-foot-wide lot less a 7.5-foot sideyard setback on each side) cannot be
larger than 33 feet wide if the entire width of the pad is utilized. Which would not
accommodate a four-stall garage. Based on this, the current zoning ordinance results in
practical difficulties.
b) That the conditions upon which a petition for a variation is based are unique to
the parcel of land for which the variance is sought and were not created by the
landowner.
Response: The RSF-3 zoning district allows for a minimum lot width of 65-feet. The
proposed subdivision includes many 65-foot-wide lots and many 75-foot-wide lots.
Today’s buyers prefer a minimum of a three-stall garage, and many buyers desire a four-
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stall garage. The minimum width of a three-stall garage is 30 feet, and the minimum
width of a four-stall garage is 40.5 feet. However, to comply with the current ordinance
standard a garage placed on a 65-foot lot with a 50-foot pad (65-foot-wide lot less a 7.5-
foot sideyard setback on each side) cannot be larger than 27.5 feet wide if the entire
width of the pad is utilized. Which would not accommodate a three-stall garage. Further,
to comply with the current ordinance standard a garage placed on a 75-foot-wide lot with
a 60-foot pad (75-foot-wide lot less a 7.5-foot sideyard setback on each side) cannot be
larger than 33 feet wide if the entire width of the pad is utilized. Which would not
accommodate a four-stall garage. Based on this, the current zoning ordinance results in
practical difficulties.
c)That the granting of the variation will not alter the essential character of the
locality.
Response: With the added architectural requirement of all houses must a second story,
a larger first floor street-facing linear garage frontage will not alter the essential character
of the locality. The second story will result in minimizing the appearance of the garage.
Based on this, the granting of the variance will not alter the essential character of the
locality.
d)The proposed variance would be in harmony with the general purposes and intent
of the ordinance.
Response: With the added architectural requirement that all houses must have a second
story, a larger first floor street-facing linear garage frontage will not alter the essential
character of the locality. The second story will result in minimizing the appearance of the
garage. Based on this, the granting of the variance would be in harmony with the
purposes and intent of the ordinance.
e)The variance is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
Response: To increase the land use density as desired by the Comprehensive Plan, 65-
foot-wide lots are necessary. To allow quality houses that meet buyer preferences,
garages that will be no more than 65 percent, if a three-stall garage, and no more than
70 percent, if a four-stall garage, of the first-floor street-facing frontage are necessary.
With the added architectural requirement that all houses must have a second story, a
larger first floor street-facing linear garage frontage will not alter the essential character
of the locality. The second story will result in minimizing the appearance of the garage.
Based on this, the variance is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
f)The City may impose conditions on the variance to address the impact of the
variance.
Response: In exchange for allowing single-family detached houses that are constructed
in the neighborhood to have garages that comprise no more than 65 percent, if a three-
stall garage, and no more than 70 percent if a four-stall garage, of the viewable ground
floor street-facing linear building frontage all houses will be two stories and be setback a
minimum of 30 feet from the front property line.
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Housing / Product
Currently the builders have not been chosen for the neighborhood. However, based on past
neighborhoods development in the west metro, below are examples of the housing expected.
The homes shown below are 50’ wide homes. The preliminary plat application is anticipated to
have some wider lots that will accommodate 60’ wide homes.
4,414 Finished Sq. Ft. 3,515 – 4,529 Finished Sq. Ft.
5,007-5,259 Finished Sq. Ft. 4,335 Finished Sq. Ft.
2,885 - 4159 Finished Sq. Ft. 2,800 – 4,100 Finished Sq. Ft.
3375 – 4679 Finished Sq. Ft. 3,499 – 4,499 Finished Sq. Ft.
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4,317 – 4,919 Finished Sq. Ft. 4,317 – 4,919 Finished Sq. Ft.
4,317 – 4,919 Finished Sq. Ft.
Most homes come with multiple front elevations and interior room options which allows for a
greatly improved street scape.
Homeowner’s Association and Restrictive Covenants
A Homeowners Association (HOA) will be created for this neighborhood. The Developer will
prepare restrictive covenants and standards that will apply to the entire neighborhood.
The restrictive covenants will be tailored to the Developer’s vision of the neighborhood. Each
house will be required to meet the specifics of building types, varied front elevations, house
colors, landscaping, and overall goals of the neighborhood.
All amenities: pool house and pool, entryway feature (if constructed), and landscaping not on
individual lots will be owned and maintained by the homeowner’s association.
9b.
8200 County Road 116 Corcoran, MN 55340
763-420-2288 www.corcoranmn.gov
MEMO
Meeting Date: February 15, 2024
To: Parks and Trails Commission
From: Jessica Christensen Buck, Recreation Supervisor
Re: 2024 Goals and Measurables
During the January 11, 2024, City Council Meeting, the City Council approved the goals
and measurables for 2024. This information is included as attachment 9b1. in the
packet.
Core strategies of interest for the Parks and Trails Commission include:
• Enhancing Corcoran’s sense of place and identity.
• Provide diverse community amenities and recreational opportunities.
As part of enhancing Corcoran’s sense of place and identity, the first measurable
includes creating a map of existing trails for use in reviewing future trails by the end of
Q1. Planning staff have been compiling data to create a map showing existing trails and
shown as attachment 9b2. is the draft map. The second measurable consists of parallel
planning of City Park and the boardwalk in Bellwether development with an update to
Council in Q2. Staff have been providing background information to HKGi on the City
Park remaster and have worked with them on a site analysis to better understand the
function, usability, and maintenance of the park. Internally, staff is sharing information to
address timeline and action steps for the boardwalk project in the Bellwether
development. An update is anticipated for the Parks and Trails Commission, prior to the
presentation to City Council for review of information.
As part of provide diverse community amenities and recreational opportunities,
the first measurable includes updating park standards to include OSPs in Q1. As part of
the March 21, 2024, Parks and Trails Commission meeting, a discussion is anticipated
to be included to review expectations for parks in the system. The second measurable
consists of an overview of funding sources/uses to the Parks and Trails Commission in
9b.
Q1. Staff is preparing a funding sources/uses document and a park dedication
projection for the March 21, 2024, Parks and Trails Commission meeting. The final
measurable is for a joint work session with the City Council in Q2. Information regarding
the joint work session will be provided as available and further planned for Q2.
Staff is looking for feedback from the Parks and Trails Commission regarding timelines
and working towards the strategies, objectives, goals, and measurables.
Below are the proposed March agenda items for the upcoming Parks and Trails
Commission meeting:
March:
• HKGi Introduction
• Funding sources/uses & park dedication projecting
• Park standards update discussion
• Wildflower park bike rack options
• Standard agenda items (minutes, active planning applications, etc.)
*Planning applications to be reviewed may be added later, as complete.
Attachments:
9b1. 2024 Goals and Measurables
9b2. Draft Trails Map
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Agenda Attachment Item: 9b1.
2024 City of Corcoran Core Strategies, Short-Term Goals, and Measurables
Core Strategy
Enhancing Corcoran’s sense of place and identity.
Strategic Objectives
1.Engage residents
through proactive
outreach and
communication.
2.Provide and/or support
high quality community
events for community
gathering.
3.Identify and develop a
place where people
identify with Corcoran.
Short-Term Goals
1.Identify/Plan City trail
corridors, including off-
road trail plan, more
input/direction from
Parks and Trails &
Planning Commission.
Measurables
1a. Create a map of existing
trails that can be utilized
for reviewing future trails
by end of Q1.
1b. Parallel planning City Park
and Boardwalk in
Bellwether with update to
Council Q2
Core Strategy
Provide diverse community amenities and recreational opportunities.
Strategic Objectives
1.Plan for and provide
multi-seasonal and
multi-use trail and park
systems.
2.Provide high quality
parks that are unique,
innovative, and
accessible.
Short-Term Goals
1.Continue defining and
refining park
development and design
standards.
2.Review Parks & Trails
resourcing and timing.
Measurables
1.Update Park standards
adding OSP - Q1
2.Brief Parks & Trails
funding sources/uses -
Q1
3.Joint work session:
Parks & Trails
Commission – Q2
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Core Strategy
Maintain excellence in safety and security for our community.
Strategic Objectives
1.Promote public safety
engagement with the
community.
2.Maintain position as one
of the safest cities in
Minnesota.
Short-Term Goals
1.Continue exploring
potential of automatic
license plate readers for
use by Police/Public
Safety.
2.Intentional future
planning for fire, rescue,
and first responder
services.
Measurables
1.Plan/execute brief on
potential of automatic
license plate readers –
Q1
2.Review and reassess
Fire Service Action
Plan with focus on
patient outcomes – Q3
Core Strategy
Ensure high quality, market driven growth.
Strategic Objectives
1.Be innovative in molding
market forces and
organic growth into the
community.
2.Protect natural
character,
environmental features,
and agricultural roots.
3.Preserve our
distinguishing features
through market driven
development.
4.Be responsive to the
needs of businesses,
both current and
prospective.
Short-Term Goals
1.Continue to review
zoning, land uses, and
commercial/industrial
alternatives.
2. Continue to review code
to ensure it aligns with
desired outcomes.
3.Explore potential of
“financial modeling” to
inform zoning an guiding
in development.
Measurables
1.Joint work session with
Planning Commission to
discuss zoning – Q1
2.Code update addressing
city discretion to allow
density less than 3 – Q2
3.Identify “financial
modeling” firms – Q1
Core Strategy
Provide high quality, innovative municipal services.
Strategic Objectives
1.Maintain fiscal stability
and affordability.
2.Perform exceptionally
within the structure of
limited government
services.
3.Excel at managing
change.
Short-Term Goals
1.Maximize interest
income.
2.Plan intentionally for
future city facility needs.
3.Identify and prioritize
current and future
staffing needs.
Measurables
1.Brief on investments
and use/potential uses
of interest – Q2
2.Sub-committee meet
and update – Q3
3.Brief staffing as part of
budgeting process –
Q3/Q4
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8200 County Road 116 Corcoran, MN 55340
763-420-2288 www.corcoranmn.gov
MEMO
Meeting Date:
To:
From:
Re:
February 15, 2024
Planning Commission
Dwight Klingbeil, Planning Technician
Active Planning Applications
Projects/comments in blue italics are new.
The following is a status summary of active planning projects:
1.Commercial and Industrial Development Standards (Citywide) (City File 23-023)
The purpose of this zoning ordinance amendment is to address and evaluate the
allowed uses and use specific standards within commercial and industrial
developments. The Council adopted a work plan at the November 20, 2023, regular
meeting, and requested the Planning Commission to provide their initial feedback.
The Planning Commission discussed this item at the December 5, 2023, meeting
and expressed their desire Commercial and Industrial Development Standards
address a number of items such as: specific architectural standards, infrastructure
investment incentives, encouragement toward sustainable development practices,
proper transitions of intensities and height, the permitted and conditional uses of
each zoning type, verbiage, and lighting standards City Staff prepared a survey for
current landowners and lessees to express their opinions on items to be addressed
with this update. Staff mailed the online survey invitation to property owners and
tenants whose property is either currently zoned, or guided for Commercial,
Industrial, or Mixed-Use.
2.Minks Preliminary Plat, Final Plat, and Variance (PID 27-119-23-43-0005) (City
File 23-025)
Lyndon Minks applied for a preliminary plat, a final plat, and a variance which would
allow him to adjust the western lot line of his property at 6925 Old Settlers Road. The
Public Hearing for this item was held at the January 4, 2024, Planning Commission
meeting. After a brief discussion, the Planning Commission recommended approval
of the request, 3:0. Council approved this item at the January 25, 2024, Council
Meeting.
Agenda Item: 10a.
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3.3019 Addition Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, and Preliminary
Plat (PID 07-119-23-14-0003) (City File 23-027)
Craig Scherber & Associates LLC have applied for a Preliminary Plat, Rezoning, and
Comprehensive Plan Amendment for a Residential and Commercial Development on
the property at PID 07-119-23-14-0003. The application includes 15 commercial lots
and 4 single-family residential lots. This item is incomplete for City Review and is not
currently scheduled for an upcoming meeting.
4.Hope Community Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, Preliminary
PUD, Preliminary Plat (PIDs 11-119-23-14-0003, 11-119-23-14-0005, 11-119-23-
14-0006, and 11-119-23-11-0012)(City File 23-028).
Hope Community Church submitted application materials for a Preliminary Plat,
Preliminary PUD, Rezoning, and Comprehensive Plan Amendment to allow for a
mixed-use development around Hope Community Church. The proposed
development includes medical offices, retail space, market rate apartments,
townhomes, senior villas, and assisted living units. This item is complete for city
review and the public hearing has been scheduled for the February 1, 2024, Planning
Commission meeting.
5.Khacholing Center Place of Worship CUP (PID 06-119-23-13-0002) (City File 23-
029)
Lobsang Yeshi & Nga Thi Ngoc Nguyen, of the Khacholing Center, applied for a
Conditional Use Permit to hold regular religious assembly services at 23360 Oakdale
Drive. This item is incomplete for City review and is not currently scheduled for any
upcoming meetings.
6.Pioneer Trail Industrial Park Final Plat & Final PUD (PID 32-119-23-43-0005, 32-
119-23-43-0006, 32-119-23-43-0013)(City File 23-030).
Contour Development LLC has applied for a Final Plat and a Final PUD at 6210
Pioneer Trail. The application consists of 0 lots and 3 outlots. This application is
incomplete for City review and is not currently scheduled for any upcoming meetings.
7.Lister Garage CUP (PID 32-119-23-21-0007) (City File 23-031).
J Brothers Design, Build, and Remodel has applied for a Conditional Use Permit to
allow the construction of an accessory structure with sidewalls that exceed 10 feet in
height in the front yard of 23615 Julie Ann Drive. This item is complete for City
Review and the Public Hearing for this item is scheduled for the February 1, 2024,
Planning Commission Meeting.
8.Tavera 6 Final Plat & Final PUD (PID 35-119-23-11-0003) (City File 23-032).
Lennar submitted application materials for the Final Plat and Final PUD for Tavera 6th
Addition, and staff is reviewing the materials for completeness. If complete, this item
is tentatively scheduled for Council review during the February 22, 2024, Regular
Meeting.
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9.Woodland Hills Preliminary Plat, Rezone, & Variance (PID 36-119-23-33-0010, 36-119-23-33-
0003, 36-119-23-33-0007) (City File 23-033).
Woodland Hills of Corcoran, Inc. & Gonyea Company submitted application materials
for a Preliminary Plat, Rezoning, and a Variance to develop 60 single family lots on
the northeast corner of the Hackamore Road and County Road 116 intersection. The
proposal is to create 60 detached single-family lots, 1 amenity lot, and 5 outlots on a
36.74-acre site. Council provided informal feedback to the applicant’s concept plan
(Northeast Hackamore 116 Concept Plan) during the July 27, 2023, Regular
Meeting. This item is complete for City review and is tentatively scheduled for March
7th Planning Commission with City Council review anticipated on March 28th.
10.Chastek Farm Preliminary Plat, Preliminary PUD, Rezoning (PID 25-119-23-12-0002) (City File
23-034).
Trek Real Estate & Development, Inc. submitted an application for a Preliminary Plat,
Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD), and Rezoning of the Chastek Farm
located at 7600 Maple Hill Road. The request is to allow the development of 117
single family lots on the 38.16-acre site. 101 of these lots would have a width of 55
feet, and the remaining 16 would have a width of 65 feet. This item is still being
reviewed for completeness and is not currently scheduled for any upcoming
meetings.
10b.
8200 County Road 116 Corcoran, MN 55340
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MEMO
Meeting Date: February 15, 2024
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.
• Youth Baseball: Prepared spring 2024 registration, answered questions
regarding registration, and monitored the start of registration.
• Ice Rinks: Continued monitoring the weather and working with the HR and Public
Works departments to determine course of action for the 2023-2024 season,
opened, and closed the warming house/ice rinks for the season.
• Trails: Assisted in the coordination of the City’s contribution to the 2024
Hennepin County Regional Solicitation.
• Master Park Planning: Met with HKGi to continue working at getting up to speed
on projects, determining future timelines for projects and deliverables, and
completing a site analysis of City Park.
• Program Coordinator Hiring: Began working with the Human Resources and
Communications teams to post the Program Coordinator position for the 2024
season.
• Other: Put together Parks and Trails Commission packet materials, prepared the
2024 Zoom Parks and Trails Commission meetings, compiled information for City
Council regarding Parks and Recreation related items, and attended monthly
development review meetings.
Attachments:
None
Agenda Item 11a.
8200 County Road 116 Corcoran, MN 55340
763-420-2288 www.corcoranmn.gov
MEMO
Meeting Date: February 15, 2024
To: Parks and Trails Commission
From: Michelle Friedrich, City Clerk
Re: City Council Report
The last City Council report given to the Parks and Trails Commission was December 19,
2023. The following is a recap of some of the items discussed at City Council meetings
since that time. A full recap can be found by reviewing the approved City Council minutes
on the website.
January 11, 2024, Council Meeting
• 2022 Audit
o Approved the Draft 2022 Audit Report, Final Report to be presented by Abdo at
the January 25, 2024, Council Meeting.
• City Park Ice Rink Direction
o Council directed staff to open the Ice Rinks dependent upon weather with limited
operations. Rink was open for a week and had to close due to inclement
weather.
• North Pioneer Society Request for Assistance – Burschville School
o Approved funding assistance for foundation and floor repair for an amount not to
exceed $15,000.
• 2023 Year in Review
o Council accepted Year in Review as presented and requested more information
from each department for the 2024 Year in Review.
January 25, 2024, Council Meeting
• Planning Commissioner Jon Horn Resignation.
o Approved resignation of Commissioner Jon Horn from the Planning Commission.
• Hennepin County CSAH 19 & CR 117 HSIP Letter of Support.
o Approved a resolution supporting Hennepin County 2024 Highway Safety
Improvements program application for the intersection of CSAH 19 & CR 117.
• Authorize 2024 Road Materials
o Authorized staff to obtain quotes for various road materials.
• Holiday Toy and Food Drive – Budget and Date Selection
Agenda Item 11a.
o Approved for 2024 and requested itemized cost analysis of the program.
• Parks and Trails Commission Reappointment
o Approved the reappointment of Commissioner Nybo and Commissioner Strehler
to the Parks and Trails Commission.
• Charter Commission Reappointment
o Approved the reappointment of Commissioner Tilbury to the Charter
Commission.
• Recruitment & Retention Policy
o Reviewed & Approved Recruitment and Retention Policy for immediate
implementation, with the added language that employees must remain employed
with the City six months after receiving a wellness reimbursement.
• Review Process for Planning/Development: Flow Chart
o Reviewed the Planning/Development Flow Chart and suggested a “napkin”
application for early conceptual projects and suggested the addition of indication
for steps in the process that are out of the City’s control.
• 2022 Audit Reports
o Approved the 2022 Audit Report as presented.
• NE Water Supply Infrastructure Improvements – Environmental Assessment Notice
o Approved NE Water Supply Infrastructure Improvements as presented and
directed staff to post the Environmental Assessment Notice.
• State Pay Equity Report
o Approved the pay equity report as presented and directed staff to post the
required notice. If the State finds a discrepancy in the report, Council will renew
and direct staff to post the required notices.
February 8, 2024, Council Work Session
• LRP Cameras
o Council and staff reviewed benefits of LPR cameras, location, and data. Council
requested additional information and discussion at a future Council meeting.
February 8, 2024, Council Meeting
• Swearing in – Oath of Office for Dan Wilcox
o Dan Wilcox took Oath of Office by City Clerk Friedrich.
• Resolution 2024-09 Pioneer Society Donation Request
o Council approved resolution 2024-09.
• 3019 Addition Concept Plan
o Council requested planning review rural commercial standards and bring back to
Council by end of second quarter.
• Organics Recycling
o Council approved altering Chapter 117, removing the requirement for haulers to
offer organics recycling.
• Stieg Road Improvements
o Council approved Stieg Road improvements.
• Public Works Resignation and Hiring Process Authorization
o Accepted and approved hiring process and resignation of Maintenance Worker,
Clyde Bechtold.
• County Road 116 Multi-Modal Trail Maintenance Discussion
o Referred to resolution from November 2023 indicating project support but denied
additional request for trail maintenance.
Agenda Item 11a.
• Cropland Bids/Parcel Weed Control Discussion
o Provided staff direction to complete RFP, but bidder must accept payment of
personal property tax on parcels.
11b.
8200 County Road 116 Corcoran, MN 55340
763-420-2288 www.ci.corcoran.mn.us
MEMO
Meeting Date: February 15, 2024
To: Parks and Trails Commission
From: Jessica Christensen Buck, Recreation Supervisor
Re: Commissioner Term Update
______________________________________________________________________
The following is the current appointment terms for Parks and Trails Commissioners:
Term ending February 29, 2024
• Val Nybo
• Judy Strehler
Term ending February 28, 2025
• Tom Anderson
• Michelle Friedrich
• Jonathan Schmidt
Term ending February 28, 2026
• Phillip Christenson
• Gary Erzberger
The City Council appointed Val Nybo and Judy Strehler to the Parks and Trails
Commission for a term expiring on February 28, 2027.
Attachment:
N/A
AGENDA ITEM 11d.
February 5, 2024
Date Park Dedication
Memorial Park
Maintenance
Combined Fund
Balance
415-10100 415-10102
09/16 Beginning Balance 364,189.75 9,097.68 373,287.43
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
03/23 Interest 0.28
06/23 Interest 0.29
07/23 Grove Nursery - Memorial Garden Plants (482.90)
08/23 Grove Nursery - Top Soil (14.60)
10/23 Rush Creek Reserve 3 104,842.17
ENDING BALANCE 4,003,453.56 10,800.50 4,014,254.06
CITY OF CORCORAN
PARK CAPITAL FUND REPORT
CASH FUNDS
11d.
Februrary 5, 2024
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 (Splash Pad)100,000.00
12/21 Hanover Athletic Association - Donation 45,000.00
06/23 Corcoran Athletics Association - City Park Donation 5,622.41
4,003,453.56 10,800.50 150,622.41 4,164,876.47
CITY OF CORCORAN
PARK CAPITAL FUND REPORT
CASH FUNDS