HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-03-19 Parks and Trails Commission Agenda Packet1.Call to Order/Roll Call
2.Pledge of Allegiance
3.Agenda Approval
4.Minutes
a.Minutes - February 19, 2026
5.Open Forum - Public Comment Opportunity
6.Presentations
7.Unfinished Business
a.Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson Election
b.Parks and Trails Plan Pre-Work
8.New Business
a.Kariniemi Orchards Preliminary Plat
b.Commissioner Training
9.Reports/Information
a.Planning Project Update
b.Parks, Recreation, and Trails Update
10.Subcommittee & Miscellaneous Reports
a.Garden Club Report
b.Park Dedication Fund
11.Other Business/Announcements
12.Adjournment
Corcoran Parks and Trails Commission Agenda
March 19, 2026
7:00 PM
*Includes Materials - Materials relating to these agenda items can be found in the Council Chambers Agenda
Packet book located by the entrance. The complete Council Agenda Packet is available electronically on the
City website at www.corcoranmn.gov.
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STAFF REPORT Agenda Item: 4.a
Council Meeting:
March 19, 2026
Prepared By:
Seth Gellman. Community Development
Administrative Assistant,
Topic:
Minutes - February 19, 2026
Action Required:
Council Action
Attachments
1. 2026-02-19 Parks and Trails Commission Minutes Draft.docx
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STAFF REPORT Agenda Item: 7.a
Council Meeting:
March 19, 2026
Prepared By:
Jessica Christensen Buck, Parks and Recreation
Manager
Topic:
Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson Election
Action Required:
Approval
Summary
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 one-year term. The 2025 Chairperson
was Phillip Christenson, and the Vice-Chairperson was Gary Erzberger.
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.
Options
Consider a motion for the Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for the Parks and Trails Commission.
Council Action
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STAFF REPORT Agenda Item: 7.b
Council Meeting:
March 19, 2026
Prepared By:
Jessica Christensen Buck, Parks and Recreation
Manager
Topic:
Parks and Trails Plan Pre-Work
Action Required:
Direction
Summary
The City Council and the Parks & Trails Commission held a joint work session on March 12, 2026, where
Three Rivers Park District and HKGi staff came to present on their respective topics.
Attached is the information that was included for the March 12, 2026, work session specific to HKGi's
portion. The staff report references the attachment regarding the Wayfinding Plan. This was removed as
it was approved during the March 12, 2026, City Council meeting that took place following the joint work
session and will be discussed at a future meeting.
During the work session, staff perceived next steps for the Parks and Trails Plan as examining current
parks and setting priority of completion.
Below is the list of parks for consideration, in no particular order:
Community Parks
Heritage Park
Remaining phases (splashpad, pickleball, etc.)
Near Olde Sturbridge/Ravinia neighborhoods (OSP)
NE Corcoran/Bellwether neighborhood? (OSP)
Neighborhood Parks
SE Corcoran off CR116/Tavera neighborhood.
Wildflower Park?
Linear Park
Along CR116
Likely a long-range plan utilizing strategic opportunities.
At the time of the report, staff has not had an opportunity to appropriately discuss and recap the work
session with HKGi Principal Grinde, but intends to have additional information during the Parks and
Trails Commission meeting.
Staff is requesting that Commissioners consider the discussion from the joint work session, and come
with points of discussion regarding prioritization and work session follow up points.
Financial/Budget
Financial impact would be dependent on what is determined to be included within the Parks and Trails
Plan. Additional information regarding costs per item can be found in the attachment from the 3/12/2026
joint work session.
Council Action
Consider the discussion from the joint work session, and come with points of discussion regarding
prioritization and work session follow up points.
Attachments
1. 3.19.2026 -- P-T Plan Commission Mtg
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STAFF REPORT Agenda Item: 2.b
Council Meeting:
March 12, 2026
Prepared By:
Jessica Christensen Buck, Parks and Recreation
Manager
Gabrielle Grinde, Principal (HKGi)
Topic:
Wayfinding & Parks and Trails Plan
Action Required:
Discussion
Summary
Parks, Trails, and Open Spaces Wayfinding Plan
In 2025, the City officially renamed City Park to Heritage Park. With that change it was determined that
new signage would be necessary to reflect the updated park name. Additionally, Heritage Park services
as the primary recreation facility in the community. The project represents an opportunity to not only
update signage at Heritage Park, but to establish cohesive signage standards across the entire parks
system.
Several issues currently exist within the parks system:
1. Outdated naming: Signage at Heritage Park reflects its former name (City Park).
2. Former ownership identification: Certain signs continue to reference the Rockford Area Schools as
the property owner, though the City purchased the property several years ago.
3. Inconsistent signage: Monument signs, directional signs, and other park identifiers lack cohesive
branding across the system.
4. Limited wayfinding: Internal directional signage (e.g., park maps, amenity directionals) can be
utilized to improve user experience.
Addressing these issues through a Wayfinding Plan ensures clarity, consistency, and professionalism
across City facilities. Additionally, the plan will also acknowledge and complement future regional
signage installed by Three Rivers Park District, with the future trailhead for the Diamond Lake Regional
Trail planned within Heritage Park.
With recent development of standardized regulatory (rules) signs, these will be incorporated into the new
signage standards rather than recreated. This allows cost savings, while maintaining consistency within
the broader system.
Parks and Trails Plan
As goals continue to reflect an interest in park development, HKGi has prepared some ideas and options
to outline a Park System Plan. Options within the presentation are shown broken out by:
Parks & Trail System Overview
Existing parks, trails, and open spaces
Planned parks and trails
Public Engagement
Staff intends to lead public engagement opportunities in an effort for cost savings.
Goals
Identify current obligations.
Align projects with funding.
City-wide parks and trails system vision.
Short-term Action Plan/Asset Management Plan
Neighborhood parks
Open space parks
Linear Park
Heritage Park
Implementation
Priorities and phasing
Funding options
Funding sources
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Project Review Process
Capital, operations, and maintenance costs
The Wayfinding Plan could be incorporated as an appendix item within this.
Staff is requesting the Council and Parks & Trails Commission review the information and consider
questions. HKGi staff will be at the joint work session to present on both topics and answer questions
about the information provided.
Council Action
Attachments
1. HKGi Proposal_Wayfinding Plan_Mar 2026
2. 2026.03.12 CC PTC work session presentation_HKGi
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PROPOSED WAYFINDING PLAN +
PARKS AND TRAILS PLAN
PARKS AND TRAILS COMMISSION &
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
MAR. 12, 2026
Gabrielle Grinde
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Wayfinding Plan
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PROJECTS OVERVIEW
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Parks & Trail System Overview Public Engagement Goals Short-term Action Plan / Asset Management Implementation
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»Linear Park
»Heritage Park
»Priorities and Phasing
»Funding options
»Funding sources
»Project Review Process
»Capital, operations, and maintenance costs
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Norin Landing Park
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Table 6. Otsego Parks, Open Space, and Trails
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Parks & Trail System Overview
»Existing parks, trails, and open space
»Planned parks and trails
6 PARKS, TRAILS & RECREATION MASTER PLAN | STEARNS COUNTY, MINNESOTA
STEARNS COUNTY PARKS, TRAILS, & NATURAL AREAS
In addition to county parks and trails, there are several state, federal, and city-operated parks and trails that provide valuable recreational services to county residents.
FUTURE FUTURE COUNTY PARKCOUNTY PARK
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Goals
»Identify current obligations
»Align projects with funding
»City-wide parks and trails system vision
7 EXECUTIVE SUMMARYJUNE 4, 2024
INVENTORY, CONDITIONS & NEEDS ASSESSMENT SUMMARY
The inventory, conditions, and needs assessment process included gathering and reviewing data
and input from a number of sources: previous planning documents, county demographics and
projections, trends in recreation, existing park and trails conditions, a comparison of Stearns County
facilities to peer counties, park and trail access and distribution mapping, and public engagement
and input. The findings are summarized in the table below.
Data Source Summary of Findings
Needs / Recommendations
Previous Planning
The Stearns County Comprehensive Plan identified a need of 20 acres of parkland per 1,000 residents. Other planning documents support the initiative of expanding parks and open space in the county to support active living and quality of life goals.
• Expand the park system by
acquiring more parkland
• Improve the parks and recreation
system with new facilities at
regional parks
Demographics The county is becoming more diverse. Population growth is occurring mainly in the east part of the county, where the population is younger and more diverse.
• Add facilities in the more densely
populated eastern part of the
county
Trends in Recreation
Trails are more popular than ever before with many varied methods for people to engage with the outdoors, including walking, running, biking, e-biking, scooters, skiing, and more. Unique experiences and accessible facilities for people of all ages and abilities are desired. Technology for wayfinding and access is important to consider, and climate change is affecting winter recreation options.
• Enhance the experiences and
access at Quarry Park
• Improve trail connections and
experiences
• Upgrade accessibility
Conditions Assessment
Several ADA accessibility issues throughout the system; amenities, such as picnic tables, trash receptacles, and drinking fountains, are missing or need improvements; restrooms need updates and improvements; and signage and wayfinding is missing in several locations.
• Accessible paths and connections
needed
• Support amenity and facility
upgrades are needed (restrooms,
drinking fountains, picnic tables,
etc.)
• Signage and wayfinding are
needed
Peer Comparison
When compared to Olmsted and Wright counties, Stearns County has a lower number of total park acreage, full-time parks staff, and parks operations budget (employee expenditures combined with operations and maintenance spending).
• More recreation programming is
needed
• Camping options are needed
• An increase in parks and
recreation staffing is needed
• An increase in annual parks and
recreation funding/budget is
needed
Distribution of Facilities and Gap Analysis
The Kimball area and western Stearns County frequently appear as gaps in access to trails, regional parks, aquatic facilities, and more.
• Consider acquiring parkland in
gap areas (Kimball and western
Stearns County)
Public Input Current park and trail users love the system today. There is a strong desire for more trails, trail connections, and trail loops. Maintaining and improving the existing facilities is of high importance.
• Build trail connections
• Increase frequency and level of
maintenance of existing parks
and recreation facilities
• Add specialized trails for
mountain biking, horse riding, and
winter recreation
PARK SYSTEM PLAN
SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS
This plan identifies goals and recommendations to improve
and expand the Stearns County park system for the next
generation, while looking to our past successes and current
assets. The goals and recommendations are organized
according to nine categories:
PARKS & FACILITIES
Parks: Regional Parks, County Parks, Special Feature Parks
Facilities: buildings, shelters, restrooms, boat launches, campsites, disc golf course, archery ranges, play equipment, etc.
TRAILS
Corridor Trails: Lake Wobegon, Dairyland, Beaver Island, ROCORI Trail
Park Trails: paved and soft surface hiking, running, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, horse trails
PROGRAMMING Events and programs for outdoor gathering, education, and recreation
MARKETING
Spreading the word about the park and trail system offerings through physical and digital methods: signage (informative and wayfinding), advertisements, press notifications, maps, brochures, website, social media, etc.
NATURAL RESOURCES
The natural outdoor land and water resources that are enjoyed for recreation and conserved for wildlife habitat: forests, savannas, prairies, rivers, streams, and lakes
ACQUISITION Acquiring land and other resources through purchase, donation, or other means to expand the county parks and trails system
OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
The day-to-day tasks that are required to operate and maintain the parks, trails, and facilities within the county parks system: administration and planning, providing programs, physical upkeep and rehabilitation, plowing, mowing, grooming, debris and trash removal, cleaning, etc.
STAFFING
The full-time, part-time, and seasonal staff persons who operate and maintain the parks, trails, and facilities in the county park system; run programs and events; and manage the department
FUNDING & PARTNERSHIPS
The annual monetary resources that are required to operate, maintain, update, and expand the parks, trails, and facilities in the county park system, including but not limited to county funding, grants and donations. Revenue from park fees. Partnerships with outside organizations to provide recreation services.
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Goals
»Identify current obligations
»Align projects with funding
»City-wide parks and trails system vision
60 PARKS AND RECREATION COMPREHENSIVE MASTER PLAN
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA60 PARKS AND RECREATION COMPREHENSIVE MASTER PLAN
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
Roles and Responsibilities
Collaboration and communication between Wright County Parks staff, other
Wright County Departments, and outside agencies will be necessary to accomplish
the goals set out in this plan. The table sets a framework for project types and the
key collaborators that should be considered for each:
Recommendation WRIGHT COUNTY
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Collaborate with County Transportation to Plan and Implement County Bikeways Organizer Highway
Focus on development of planned Regional Corridor Trails Organizer Highway, Planning &
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Watershed districts, DNR, Fish and
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Park Dedication planning and prioritization Organizer Planning & Zoning Cities and Townships
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Establish a Collaborative Environmental Learning Center / Nature Center Leads and Organizes Cities, Townships, School District,
Community Ed. Departments
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Consider structure reorganization Lead Administration
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Identify funding sources for each new project Primary
Table 4.1. Roles and Responsibilities
*RESPONSIBILITY DEFINITIONS:
Primary: Wright County Parks conducts, manages, and leads all facets of the project.
Lead: Wright County Parks takes the lead on managing departments and other agency
partners on project tasks.
Organizer: Wright County Parks serves as the organizing member of a group of
partners that share project task responsibilities.
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Short-term Action Plan / Asset Management
»Tavera
»Bellwether
»OSP’s (Ravinia and Bellwether – trails, benches, shade)
»Linear Park
»Heritage Park
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Jim Bell Park and Preserve Master Plan & City of Farmington Park System Analysis
ASSET MANAGEMENT TOOLThe Asset Management Tool is a separate Excel spreadsheet that has been created to give city staff the ability to track park assets, assign industry standard life spans, apply cost estimates for replacements, and financially plan for upcoming years at a planning level. This complex tool can be used to sort by individual parks and future park projects, individual asset types, and by sources of investments. It will also allow the city to update individual park assets based on replacement needs and updates to master planning documents. The tool has been developed to be automated so that when data is added, changed, or updated in a single field, associated data updates automatically throughout the spreadsheet.
PROJECT OUTLOOK
In our analysis of the City of Farmington’s park system, we have
worked with city staff to identify all existing facilities, planned park
improvements, and proposed new parks and facilities. This report,
along with the Asset Management Tool will help guide funding
allocation for future projects, as well as track existing park system
assets. Manipulation of the tool will allow for unique funding
strategies and prioritization of assets and projects by the city staff.
OVERALL COSTS
This tool allows the user to sort and consolidate assets to create
many different types of funding scenarios. Scenarios that are
already automated in the spreadsheet are: Total cost by Item, Total
cost by Park, Total cost by Category, costs based in Investment
Types, costs based on Funding Sources, and total costs based on
Existing Inventory, Master Plans, and Operations.
INFLATION FACTOR
Within this tool an inflation factor (percent) has been applied to all
cost summaries and all pricing in this report. Through the calendar
year 2022, a 7% inflation on 2022 dollars has been added. After
2022, 3% has been applied and compounded year over year. This
inflation factor should be adjusted each year to ensure accurate
budget forecasting.
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2023 504,000$ 300,000$ ‐$ 25,000$ 2,674,700$ ‐$ 3,745,675$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 25,000$ 667,150$ 65,000$ 96,000$ 325,000$ 550,000$ ‐$ 250,000$ 75,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 274,000$ 75,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 312,000$ ‐$ 500,000$ 177,500$ 10,641,025$ 11,385,897$ 777,080$ 11,418,105$ 12,217,372$
2024 ‐$ 600,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 412,500$ 750,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 115,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ 100,000$ 300,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ 500,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 62,500$ 2,900,000$ 3,074,000$ 872,508$ 3,772,508$ 3,998,858$
2025 125,000$ ‐$ 35,000$ ‐$ 825,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 30,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 60,000$ 15,000$ 300,000$ 160,000$ 350,000$ 1,050,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 3,010,000$ 3,280,900$ 872,508$ 3,882,508$ 4,231,934$
2026 1,525,000$ 1,475,000$ 195,000$ ‐$ 1,717,500$ 2,000,000$ 62,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ ‐$ 82,000$ 15,000$ 50,000$ 1,670,000$ 575,000$ 1,000,000$ 125,000$ 250,000$ ‐$ 1,485,000$ 25,000$ 10,000$ 15,000$ ‐$ 1,000,000$ ‐$ 45,000$ ‐$ 575,000$ 13,911,500$ 15,580,880$ 972,000$ 14,883,500$ 16,669,520$
2027 ‐$ 100,000$ 35,000$ 75,000$ 1,478,750$ 1,000,000$ 1,523,319$ 500,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 500,000$ ‐$ 902,400$ 1,020,000$ 260,000$ 800,000$ 50,000$ 1,650,000$ 275,000$ 400,000$ ‐$ 1,130,000$ ‐$ 10,000$ 125,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 11,834,469$ 13,609,639$ 972,000$ 12,806,469$ 14,727,439$
2028 300,000$ 150,000$ 70,000$ ‐$ 1,035,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 75,000$ 50,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ 90,000$ 260,000$ 141,000$ 125,000$ 575,000$ 100,000$ 200,000$ 75,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ 72,000$ ‐$ 1,000,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 750,000$ 19,500$ 5,147,500$ 6,074,050$ 972,000$ 6,119,500$ 7,221,010$
2029 ‐$ 40,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ 5,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 120,000$ 145,200$ 972,000$ 1,092,000$ 1,321,320$
2030 ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 75,000$ 93,000$ 1,072,000$ 1,147,000$ 1,422,280$
2031 ‐$ 100,000$ ‐$ 75,000$ 187,500$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 50,000$ ‐$ 112,800$ 8,000$ 15,000$ 50,000$ 64,000$ 50,000$ 200,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 500,000$ 125,000$ 1,547,300$ 1,965,071$ 1,072,000$ 2,619,300$ 3,326,511$
2032 ‐$ 40,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 115,000$ 149,500$ 1,072,000$ 1,187,000$ 1,543,100$
2033 ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 131,250$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 275,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 481,250$ 640,063$ 1,072,000$ 1,553,250$ 2,065,823$
2034 ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 175,000$ 128,750$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 40,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 75,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 493,750$ 671,500$ 1,172,000$ 1,665,750$ 2,265,420$
2035 ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 25,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 115,000$ 159,850$ 1,172,000$ 1,287,000$ 1,788,930$
2036 ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 20,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ 20,000$ 200,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 315,000$ 447,300$ 1,172,000$ 1,487,000$ 2,111,540$
2037 ‐$ ‐$ 35,000$ ‐$ 202,500$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 40,000$ ‐$ 8,000$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ 20,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 20,000$ 465,500$ 674,975$ 1,172,000$ 1,637,500$ 2,374,375$
2038 ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 50,000$ 40,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 165,000$ 244,200$ 1,272,000$ 1,437,000$ 2,126,760$
2039 ‐$ ‐$ 35,000$ ‐$ 13,125$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 75,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 350,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 548,125$ 827,669$ 1,272,000$ 1,820,125$ 2,748,389$
2040 ‐$ ‐$ 35,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 110,000$ 169,400$ 1,272,000$ 1,382,000$ 2,128,280$
Total 2,454,000$ 2,805,000$ 440,000$ 375,000$ 8,806,575$ 3,750,000$ 5,330,994$ 515,000$ 30,000$ 175,000$ 795,000$ 162,800$ 1,085,400$ 2,102,150$ 1,585,000$ 2,931,000$ 1,615,000$ 6,200,000$ 500,000$ 1,175,000$ 150,000$ 2,615,000$ 25,000$ 444,000$ 342,000$ 500,000$ 2,000,000$ 312,000$ 45,000$ 1,750,000$ 979,500$ 51,995,419$ 59,193,093$ 19,852,096$ 71,847,515$ 84,938,861$
7% Inflation 2,625,780$ 3,001,350$ 470,800$ 401,250$ 9,423,035$ 4,012,500$ 5,704,164$ 551,050$ 32,100$ 187,250$ 850,650$ 174,196$ 1,161,378$ 2,249,301$ 1,695,950$ 3,136,170$ 1,728,050$ 6,634,000$ 535,000$ 1,257,250$ 160,500$ 2,798,050$ 26,750$ 475,080$ 365,940$ 535,000$ 2,140,000$ 333,840$ 48,150$ 1,872,500$ 1,048,065$
New signage for all
parks in 2023
2022 w/o inflation 7% inflation
Athletic Fields and Courts 4,522,000$ 4,838,540$ Ballfields, courts, open spaces
Infrastrcuture 14,879,200$ 15,920,744$ Parking, Roads, Lighting, Shelters
Support Amenities 1,598,500$ 1,710,395$ Restrooms, water, signage
Trails 10,391,575$ 11,118,985$
Site Furnishings 342,000$ 365,940$
Aquatics 2,000,000$ 2,140,000$ Splash pads
Recreation Equipment 8,375,000$ 8,961,250$ skateparks, playgrounds
TOTAL 33,733,275$ 36,094,604$
EAB Removal/Treatment 425,150$ 454,911$
"Items"New Park System Signs 264,000$ 282,480$
Acquisition
Ballfield
Basketball Court
Basketball Court Half
Bituminous Trails
Building
Court Games
Design Planning Engineering
Disc Golf
Dock
Gazebo
Ice Rink
Lighting/ Electricity
Natural Resource Allowance
New Trail Construction Fund
Parking Lot
Picnic Shelter
Playground
Playground 2‐5
Playground 5‐12
Restroom Building
Road
Sculptures
Signage Allowance
Site furnishings
Skate Park
Splash Pad
Staffing
Tennis Court
Volleyball Court
Warming House
Water
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Lighting/Electricity Natural Resource Allowance
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ConstructionFund Parking Lot Picnic Shelter Playground Playground 2-5 Playground 5-12
RestroomBuilding Road Sculptures
SignageAllowance Site Furnishings Skate Park Splash Pad Tennis Court Volleyball Court Warming House Water 2022 Dollars Inflation Staffing 2022 Dollars Inflation 7.0% 3%
2022 ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 650,000$ 650,000$ 650,000$
2023 504,000$ 300,000$ ‐$ 25,000$ 2,674,700$ ‐$ 3,745,675$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 25,000$ 667,150$ 65,000$ 96,000$ 325,000$ 550,000$ ‐$ 250,000$ 75,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 274,000$ 75,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 312,000$ ‐$ 500,000$ 177,500$ 10,641,025$ 11,385,897$ 777,080$ 11,418,105$ 12,217,372$
2024 ‐$ 600,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 412,500$ 750,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 115,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ 100,000$ 300,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ 500,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 62,500$ 2,900,000$ 3,074,000$ 872,508$ 3,772,508$ 3,998,858$
2025 125,000$ ‐$ 35,000$ ‐$ 825,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 30,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 60,000$ 15,000$ 300,000$ 160,000$ 350,000$ 1,050,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 3,010,000$ 3,280,900$ 872,508$ 3,882,508$ 4,231,934$
20261,525,000$ 1,475,000$ 195,000$ ‐$ 1,717,500$ 2,000,000$ 62,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ ‐$ 82,000$ 15,000$ 50,000$ 1,670,000$ 575,000$ 1,000,000$ 125,000$ 250,000$ ‐$ 1,485,000$ 25,000$ 10,000$ 15,000$ ‐$ 1,000,000$ ‐$ 45,000$ ‐$ 575,000$ 13,911,500$ 15,580,880$ 972,000$ 14,883,500$ 16,669,520$
2027 ‐$ 100,000$ 35,000$ 75,000$ 1,478,750$ 1,000,000$ 1,523,319$ 500,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 500,000$ ‐$ 902,400$ 1,020,000$ 260,000$ 800,000$ 50,000$ 1,650,000$ 275,000$ 400,000$ ‐$ 1,130,000$ ‐$ 10,000$ 125,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 11,834,469$ 13,609,639$ 972,000$ 12,806,469$ 14,727,439$
2028 300,000$ 150,000$ 70,000$ ‐$ 1,035,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 75,000$ 50,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ 90,000$ 260,000$ 141,000$ 125,000$ 575,000$ 100,000$ 200,000$ 75,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ 72,000$ ‐$ 1,000,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 750,000$ 19,500$ 5,147,500$ 6,074,050$ 972,000$ 6,119,500$ 7,221,010$
2029 ‐$ 40,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ 5,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 120,000$ 145,200$ 972,000$ 1,092,000$ 1,321,320$
2030 ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 75,000$ 93,000$ 1,072,000$ 1,147,000$ 1,422,280$
2031 ‐$ 100,000$ ‐$ 75,000$ 187,500$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 50,000$ ‐$ 112,800$ 8,000$ 15,000$ 50,000$ 64,000$ 50,000$ 200,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 500,000$ 125,000$ 1,547,300$ 1,965,071$ 1,072,000$ 2,619,300$ 3,326,511$
2032 ‐$ 40,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 115,000$ 149,500$ 1,072,000$ 1,187,000$ 1,543,100$
2033 ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 131,250$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 275,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 481,250$ 640,063$ 1,072,000$ 1,553,250$ 2,065,823$
2034 ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 175,000$ 128,750$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 40,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 75,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 493,750$ 671,500$ 1,172,000$ 1,665,750$ 2,265,420$
2035 ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 25,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 115,000$ 159,850$ 1,172,000$ 1,287,000$ 1,788,930$
2036 ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 20,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ 20,000$ 200,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 315,000$ 447,300$ 1,172,000$ 1,487,000$ 2,111,540$
2037 ‐$ ‐$ 35,000$ ‐$ 202,500$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 40,000$ ‐$ 8,000$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ 20,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 20,000$ 465,500$ 674,975$ 1,172,000$ 1,637,500$ 2,374,375$
2038 ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 50,000$ 40,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 165,000$ 244,200$ 1,272,000$ 1,437,000$ 2,126,760$
2039 ‐$ ‐$ 35,000$ ‐$ 13,125$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 75,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ 350,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 548,125$ 827,669$ 1,272,000$ 1,820,125$ 2,748,389$
2040 ‐$ ‐$ 35,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 15,000$ 50,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 10,000$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 110,000$ 169,400$ 1,272,000$ 1,382,000$ 2,128,280$
Total2,454,000$ 2,805,000$ 440,000$ 375,000$ 8,806,575$ 3,750,000$ 5,330,994$ 515,000$ 30,000$ 175,000$ 795,000$ 162,800$ 1,085,400$ 2,102,150$ 1,585,000$ 2,931,000$ 1,615,000$ 6,200,000$ 500,000$ 1,175,000$ 150,000$ 2,615,000$ 25,000$ 444,000$ 342,000$ 500,000$ 2,000,000$ 312,000$ 45,000$ 1,750,000$ 979,500$ 51,995,419$ 59,193,093$ 19,852,096$ 71,847,515$ 84,938,861$
7% Inflation2,625,780$ 3,001,350$ 470,800$ 401,250$ 9,423,035$ 4,012,500$ 5,704,164$ 551,050$ 32,100$ 187,250$ 850,650$ 174,196$ 1,161,378$ 2,249,301$ 1,695,950$ 3,136,170$ 1,728,050$ 6,634,000$ 535,000$ 1,257,250$ 160,500$ 2,798,050$ 26,750$ 475,080$ 365,940$ 535,000$ 2,140,000$ 333,840$ 48,150$ 1,872,500$ 1,048,065$
New signage for all
parks in 2023
2022 w/o inflation 7% inflation
Athletic Fields and Courts 4,522,000$ 4,838,540$ Ballfields, courts, open spaces
Infrastrcuture 14,879,200$ 15,920,744$ Parking, Roads, Lighting, Shelters
Support Amenities 1,598,500$ 1,710,395$ Restrooms, water, signage
Trails 10,391,575$ 11,118,985$
Site Furnishings 342,000$ 365,940$
Aquatics 2,000,000$ 2,140,000$ Splash pads
Recreation Equipment 8,375,000$ 8,961,250$ skateparks, playgrounds
TOTAL 33,733,275$ 36,094,604$
EAB Removal/Treatment 425,150$ 454,911$
"Items"New Park System Signs 264,000$ 282,480$
Acquisition
Ballfield
Basketball Court
Basketball Court Half
Bituminous Trails
Building
Court Games
Design Planning Engineering
Disc Golf
Dock
Gazebo
Ice Rink
Lighting/ Electricity
Natural Resource Allowance
New Trail Construction Fund
Parking Lot
Picnic Shelter
Playground
Playground 2‐5
Playground 5‐12
Restroom Building
Road
Sculptures
Signage Allowance
Site furnishings
Skate Park
Splash Pad
Staffing
Tennis Court
Volleyball Court
Warming House
Water
FACILITY CATEGORIES
Items
Year Costs with
inflation
Staffing
Category summaries
The Asset Management Tool is a
complex Excel spreadsheet with
several tabs/sheets of sortable
data identifying cost estimates for
a variety of parks and recreation
investments.
“STAFFING”is defined as all wages and benefits. In 2023, the budgeted annual amount is $712,080, which includes an additional two new full time employees (FTE) approved mid-year, 2022. One new FTE started in June of 2022, and the other FTE in November of 2022.
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FUTURE PARKS
The City of Farmington is poised to design and construct multiple parks and developments in the
coming years. In order to do so, funding will need to be secured as well as additional staff to assist with
maintenance and operations. Future park projects and their expected funding sources are below:
KEY TAKEAWAYSAfter taking inventory of the entire park system and applying industry standard pricing to all assets, there are some key aspects of the Farmington Parks and Recreation system to note. All budget pricing in this report has been estimated in 2023 dollars with industry standard costs.Over the next 18 years (2023 - 2040), $14,536,030 will be needed to fund existing park asset replacement. However, based on the park facility distribution analysis, this number may be reduced by choosing to not
replace facilities where there are overlapping service areas.
Over the next 18 years (2023 - 2040), $39,348,217 will be needed to fund the completion of existing park
master plans. This includes future assets added to the parks and recreation system. This includes assets
anticipated to be funded by park dedication, development fees, and grant funding. This does not include
money associated to staffing or ongoing allowances.
»Over the next 6 years (2023 - 2028), $37,983,914 will be needed to fund investments to complete existing
park master plans that have not yet been finished. If funded, nine of the master plans can be completed.
As the park system continues to grow and add facilities, it will be important to continue the analysis of
facility distribution, service areas, and demographics, in order to avoid redundancy and ensure walkable
access to park facilities for residents throughout the city.
Park System Analysis & Asset Management Tool
*All estimates based on industry standards as of 2022.
FUTURE PARKS TIMELINE FUNDING SOURCE BUDGET ESTIMATE*
Flagstaff Meadows 2023 Park Improvement Fund $408,656
Hillview Park 2027 Park Improvement Fund $444,050
Jim Bell Park & Preserve 2027 Funding to be determined (see below)$9,555,004
Meadowview Preserve 2027 Park Improvement Fund $829,250
Middle Creek Park 2025 Funding to be determined (see below)$1,265,275
Mystic Meadows 2026 Funding to be determined (see below)$10,031,250
Rambling River Center Plaza 2023 Grant Funding $3,914,782
Sapphire Lake Parks 2025 Park Improvement Fund $885,425
Vermillion Commons 2025 Park Improvement Fund $529,650
Table 4. Future Park’s Budgets
*All estimates based on industry standards as of 2022.
FUTURE PARKS OVER $1,000,000 TIMELINE INVESTMENT RECOMMENDATIONS BUDGET ESTIMATE*
Middle Creek Park 2025 Land acquisition & associated amenities $1,265,275
Mystic Meadows 2026 Master plan, land acquisition, and associated amenities $10,031,250
Jim Bell Park & Preserve 2027 Design Plan and Egineering & associated amenities $9,555,004
Table 3. Future Large Park’s Budgets
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ITEMS TIMELINE INVESTMENT RECOMMENDATIONS BUDGET ESTIMATE*
Trail
Improvements
2023 Existing Trail Replacement, approximately 5 miles of trails across 5 parks:
»Evergreen Knoll Park: approximately 0.2 miles of trails that need
replacement. The cost for this is reflected in both Trail Improvements and
its individual park estimate
»Jim Bell Neighborhood Park: approximately 1.4 miles of trails that will
need replacement
»Lake Julia Park: approximately 0.5 miles of trails that will need
replacement
»Prairie Waterway Greenway: approximately 2.2 miles of trails that will
need replacement
»Rambling River Park Feely Fields: 0.7 miles of trails that will need
replacement
$2,087,784
Rambling River
Master Plan
Development
2023 Develop an updated master plan for Rambling River Park based in
community and stakeholder input
»Assumption of projects to include: trails, playground, pickleball, shelter
(Veterans group), skate park, parking, signage; consider potential
amphitheater and splash pad
-Resolve the number of shelters/gazebos needed
-Review existing agreements with Veterans group
-Assess parking demand
$60,000
Park Signage 2023-
2024
System wide park signs with new city branding $282,480
Emerald Ash Borer
Treatment
2023-
2024
Emerald Ash Borer treatment and/or removal $454,911
Rambling River
Center Plaza
2023-
2024
Rambling River Center Plaza design and engineering $750,000 (earmarked from federal funds)
Skate Park 2024-
2025
City’s first permanent skate park at Rambling River at Feely Fields
»Include in Rambling River Master Plan process; considerations: keep it
visible, close to downtown
$535,000
Evergreen Knoll 2026 »Assess parking demand in coordination with splash pad $2,488,018
Distad Park 2028 »Assess parking demand in coordination with splash pad $3,171,480
Natural Resources Annual Basic fund for minimal maintenance system wide $15,000
Staffing Annual Expected 2023 budget, will increase as full-time staff are added $712,000
Table 7. System-wide Cost Estimates for 2023-2028
*All estimates based on industry standards as of 2022.
SHORT-TERM PRIORITY PROJECTS (2023-2028)
Evaluation of the park system’s needs and development of priorities based on City Council, Park
Commission, staff, and the public’s input has assisted in development of the following list of
short-term projects for Farmington’s parks and recreation system:
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Implementation
»Priorities and Phasing
»Funding options
»Funding sources
»Project Review Process
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8 PARKS, TRAILS & RECREATION MASTER PLAN | STEARNS COUNTY, MINNESOTA
IMPLEMENTATION TIMELINE ACCORDING TO INVESTMENT TYPE
An Asset Management Tool was developed as part of the planning process to help the county plan for future investments over the next 25 years. The tool is a
detailed Excel spreadsheet that contains information such as facility condition, size, location, replacement cost, life cycle, and more. The table below is a high-level
summary of anticipated investments in the parks and trails system over the years 2024-2049 by category and priority/phase.
NEAR TERM 2024-2028 MID TERM 2029-2033 LONG TERM 2034+
CORRIDOR TRAIL
PROJECTS
Dairyland Trail construction (New Munich to Albany and Elrosa to Brooten)
Beaver Island Trail, connect to Warner Lake Park
Complete annual regional trail maintenance plan (system-wide)
Increase annual regional trail maintenance allowance (system-wide)
ROCORI Trail planning
Grand Corridor Trail Vision implementation
Increase annual regional trail maintenance allowance (system-wide)
ENHANCE
EXISTING
FACILITIES AND
AMENITIES
Warner Lake County Park—Fishing and drinking fountain updates
Lake Koronis Regional Park—Replace playground, shelter, and boat access
Kraemer Lake Wildwood CR-51 Parking Lot—Replace restroom
Mississippi River County Park—Update drinking water, playground, restrooms
Quarry Park—Expand mountain bike trails
Lake Sylvia Wayside—Enhance boat access
Increase annual park trail maintenance allowance (system-wide)
Increase annual supply allowance (system-wide)
Warner Lake Park—Parking updates
Lake Koronis—Shelter, fishing, swimming updates
Quarry Park—Swimming, climbing, and fishing updates
Spring Hill Park—Playground and horse trail updates
Warner Lake—Swimming updates, shelter and nature center updates and renovations
Upper Spunk Lake—Fishing update
Heims Mill—Enhance fishing and river access
Fairhaven Mill—Fishing update
Increase annual park trail maintenance allowance (system-wide)
Increase annual supply allowance (system-wide)
Ongoing maintenance, replacements, and updates to existing facilities
Increase annual park trail maintenance allowance (system-wide)
Increase annual supply allowance (system-wide)
BUILD NEW
FACILITIES AND
AMENITIES
Kraemer Lake Wildwood Park expansion (roads, parking, trails, shelter, restrooms, utilities)
Fairhaven Mill Park—New restroom, enhance parking area, create management plan
Rockville County Park—Build new interpretive trail loop, picnic area, and playground
Spring Hill County Park—Enhance camping opportunities
Cold Spring Property—Complete management plan and begin development
Mississippi County Park—New archery building
Quarry Park—Interpretive center, amphitheater, parking area
Mississippi River County Park—Playground, trails
Kraemer Lake Wildwood Park—Parking, restroom, beach, trails
Rockville County Park—New trail bridges
System-wide search for camping facility expansion
Master Plan implementation at Rockville, Kraemer Lake Wildwood, and Mississippi River county parks
NATURAL
RESOURCES
PROTECTION
Mississippi River County Park—habitat restoration
Oak Township and Spring Hill—habitat restoration
Develop park system natural resource management plan
Annual natural resources management allowance (system-wide)
Mississippi River County Park—habitat restoration
Kraemer Lake Wildwood Park—ecological restoration
Rockville County Park—prairie restoration
Increase annual natural resources management allowance (system-wide)
Increase annual natural resources management allowance (system-wide)
ACQUISITION As opportunities arise, focus on and emphasize gap areas in the west and southwest in the parks and trails system,
as well as areas and sites that have significant natural features and meet conservation goals
STAFFING AND
OPERATIONS
Add 1 new FTE (Recreation Programmer)
Add 1 new FTE in 2025/2026 (Staff Maintenance worker)Add O&M staff as necessary as parks and facilities are developed and expanded
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Fulfill the vision, mission and goals of the department?
Protect a key natural resource or scenic view?
Address a geographic or programming need?
Serve an unmet park or trail use for the area?
Provide a new outdoor recreational opportunity?
Enhance existing parks or improve service efficiency?
Build community awareness or advocacy for parks?
Provide environmental sustainability in the short or long term?
Provide economic sustainability in the short or long term?
Have installation, maintenance & operation costs been addressed?
Idea Evaluation Phase
Project Implementation Checklist
Decision-Making Principles
Score Does this Project...
Idea Generation
Baseline
Evaluation
Parks & Rec
Commission
Review
County
Board
Review
Planning
Planning Phase
Program Prioritization
Funding Allocation
Implementation Phase
Implementation
Operation of Facility or Programs & Maintenance
(Scorecard Criteria)
Stop or
Redevelop
Plan
1-3 Further Review
Required4-6 Move
Forward7-10
Proposal/
Submittal
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Capital Implementation Projects
Ongoing Capital Projects as Opportunities Arise
Recommendation Category Project
Short Term Projects
Regional Corridor Trails Implement Watertrails and Riverways
Regional Corridor Trails Focus on development of planned Regional Corridor Trails
Parks and Facilities Wayfinding improvements
Parks and Facilities Natural Resources improvements
Long-term Projects
Parks and Facilities ADA Accessible Facilities improvements
Recommendation Category Project
Short Term Projects
Acquisition Acquire Land in Underserved Areas of the County / New Park in
Southeast Part of County
Acquisition Acquire Land adjacent to existing parks as opportunities arise
Plan Recommendations organized by Phasing and Project Type
The plan’s recommendations have been organized into the following categories for implementation:
• Capital Implementation Projects are projects that the County will undertake directly. These could be
funded by the County’s general fund, park dedication fees, or referendum. County staff will manage these
projects and they will typically be owned and operated by the County.
• Ongoing Capital Projects as Opportunities Arise are projects that may be dependent on an opportunity
presenting itself, such as acquisition of a privately owned property.
• Ongoing Operational Initiatives include standards that direct the day-to-day practice of the County as is
operates the system.
• Coordination and Partnerships are programs, projects, joint use agreements, or recreation programming
that may be paid for, led, or operated by or with another agency, organization, or entity, in coordination with
the County.
Table 4.3. Capital Implementation Projects
Table 4.4. Ongoing Capital Project Opportunities
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Ongoing Operational Initiatives
Coordination and Partnerships
Recommendation Category Project
Short Term Projects
Parks and Facilities Maintenance and Replacement of existing facilities / Add comfort
amenities
Funding Utilize CIP to identify planned/non-funded and funded projects
Funding Identify funding sources for each new project
Staffing Hire Programming staff to fulfill programming goals
Programming Improve Outreach and Marketing
Mid-term Projects
Staffing Consider structure reorganization
Staffing Address maintenance deficiencies by hiring maintenance staff
Recommendation Category Project
Short Term Projects
Regional Corridor Trails Collaborate with County Transportation to Plan and Implement County
Bikeways
Programming Establish a Collaborative Environmental Learning Center / Nature
Center
Mid-term Projects
Acquisition Collaborate with Partner Agencies to protect land for future generations
Acquisition Park Dedication planning and prioritization
Long-term Projects
Regional Corridor Trails Develop a County-wide Greenway Trail Vision
Programming Expand Outdoor and Cultural Resource Education
Table 4.5. Ongoing Operational Initiatives
Table 4.6. Coordination and Partnerships
Implementation
»Priorities and Phasing
»Funding options
»Funding sources
»Project Review Process
»Capital, operations, and maintenance costs
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BUDGET DISCUSSION
Corcoran Parks, Trails,
and Open Spaces
Wayfinding Plan
1
2 Corcoran Parks and
Trails Plan
Parks & Trail System Overview Public Engagement Goals Short-term Action Plan / Asset Management Implementation
»Existing parks, trails, and open space
»Planned parks and trails
»Led by city staff
»Identify current obligations
»Align projects with funding
»City-wide parks and trails system vision
»Tavera
»Bellwether
»OSP’s (Ravinia and Bellwether – trails, benches, shade)
»Linear Park
»Heritage Park
»Priorities and Phasing
»Funding options
»Funding sources
»Project Review Process
»Capital, operations, and maintenance costs
$2,500-5,500 -$4,000 - $7,500 $5,500 - $12,000 $4,500 - $12,000
Project Kick off & Organization Develop Sign Concepts
»Sign precedents
»Existing city signage inventory
»Project goals
»Draft sign concepts (4 sign types)
»Park Commission meeting
»Final sign concepts
»Planning level cost estimates
$1,500 $6,000
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STAFF REPORT Agenda Item: 8.a
Council Meeting:
March 19, 2026
Prepared By:
Dwight Klingbeil, Planner
Topic:
Kariniemi Orchards Preliminary Plat
Action Required:
Council Action
Attachments
1. 2026-03-19 P&TC Report - Kariniemi Orchards.pdf
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STAFF REPORT
Parks and Trails Commission Meeting:
March 19, 2026
Prepared By:
Dwight Klingbeil
Topic:
Kariniemi Orchards Preliminary Plat
(PID 11-119-23-21-0007)
(City File No. 25-044)
Action Required:
Recommendation
Review Deadline: May 20, 2026
1. Application Request
The applicant, Olipa, LLC,
requests approval of the
“Kariniemi Orchards”
development, which would allow
the creation of 7 single-family lots
on the farmland surrounding
20400 County Road 30 (subject
property PID 11-119-23-21-0007).
2. Background
On July 27, 2023, the applicant
presented a concept plan for an
Open Space & Preservation
(OS&P) plat for this site, which
would have resulted in 16 rural
residential lots and 1 outlot. The
Council comments included a
desire for the applicant to meet
more of the design objectives of
the OS&P, found in Section 940.050 Subd. 1.F.
On September 28, 2023, the applicant presented a revised OS&P concept plan to the
City Council. The updated concept plan proposed 16 single-family lots and two outlots
and incorporated revisions intended to address the design objectives of the OS&P
Ordinance. Council members expressed general support of the project but indicated
that further revisions could be made to align with the objectives of the OS&P ordinance.
During the discussion, it was also noted that it would be beneficial to construct the trail
with the development, rather than simply taking an easement. In addition, they
discussed the possibility of reducing the overall density by developing an 8-lot
subdivision rather than a 16-lot subdivision.
Figure 1: Property Location
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On January 27, 2025, the applicant submitted a request for a lot division that would
separate the 20-acres surrounding the existing single-family home from the remainder
of the property. Under Minnesota Statute, property divisions by metes and bounds may
be permitted when the resulting residential parcels are at least 20 acres in size and a
minimum of 500 feet in width. Staff reviewed the request and found that the proposed
lot division met the exemption requirements outlined in State Statute.
3. Context
Zoning and Land Use
The property is guided Rural/Ag Residential and zoned Rural Residential (RR). The site
is located outside of the 2040 Metropolitan Urban Service Area (MUSA) boundary.
Surrounding Properties
The properties to the east of the site are zoned Urban Reserve (UR) district and guided
Existing Residential and Mixed Residential in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Properties
to the north, south and west are
zoned Rural Residential (RR)
district and guided Rural/Ag
Residential in the 2040
Comprehensive Plan. The
present use of the surrounding
properties appears to be
agricultural and single family
residential.
Natural Characteristics of the
Site
The 2040 Comprehensive Plan
Natural Resources Inventory
Areas Map identifies emergent
and shrub wetland natural plant
communities in addition to upland
savanna/pasture plant
communities along the perimeter of the wetland. There are also large mature trees on
site, particularly surrounding the wetland area.
4. Analysis
The 2040 Parks and Trails Plan in the Comprehensive Plan identifies a proposed off-
road trail that runs along the perimeter of the wetland through the site and an existing
on-road trail along County Road 30 (painted shoulders). The off-road trail would
ultimately connect to a City owned parcel west of the site at 10030 Cain Road.
Figure 2: Natural Resources Inventory Map
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The applicant has submitted a trail plan for an 8-ft wide bituminous trail within a 20-ft
wide trail easement along the back side of lots 3, 4, 5, and 6 of block 2.
Trail Connection
The 2040 Parks and Trails Plan anticipates that the proposed off-road trail would extend
to the north property line, where it would ultimately connect to a proposed on-road trail
along Hillside Drive. Establishing this connection would require the construction of an
off-road trail across multiple existing residential properties. These properties are not
included as part of this development and are not likely to be redeveloped as they are
guided for Existing Residential in the 2040 Future Land Use Plan.
Figure 3: Proposed Trail Alignment
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A review of the subdivision files
for Kjellbergs Hillside Addition
and Corcoran’s Hidden Ridge
did not identify any dedicated
trail easements through these
properties. The absence of
dedicated trail easement on
these properties would
complicate the feasibility of
constructing an off-road trail
connection to Hillside Drive
through these lots.
Alternatively, the subject
property abuts a 72-acre parcel
to the east that is located within
the 2040 Metropolitan Urban
Service Area (MUSA) and
identified in the third stage of
the City’s 2040 Staging Plan. Because this property is more likely to develop in the near
future, staff believes it is a more practical location for a future trail connection.
Additionally, this parcel abuts the Hope Meadows development, which includes a
segment of the Diamond Lake Regional Trail. Extending the trail east rather than north
may therefore provide this development with a future connection to the Diamond Lake
Regional Trail and the broader Three Rivers Park District trail system.
Based on these considerations, Staff recommends that the northern connection of the
proposed trail be realigned to the eastern property line to allow the trail to stub toward
the adjacent farm for future expansion, rather than extending toward the rear of an
existing residential lot.
Additionally, the trail shown by the applicant does not provide a connection to the trail
from the public roadway. Staff recommends revising the trail plan to include a
connection between the trail and the proposed public roadway to ensure the trail is
accessible to residents and the public.
Trail Location
Consistent with the 2040 Parks and Trails Plan, the applicant submitted a trail plan for
an 8-foot-wide bituminous trail located along the wetland complex at the rear of Lots 3-
6, Block 2.
However, there is a significant change in topography between the proposed backyards
and the adjacent wetland complex. For reference, the lowest approximate elevation of
the rear yard of Lot 4 is 922 feet, while the elevation at the wetland just beyond the
Figure 4: 2040 Parks & Trails Plan
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boundary of Lot 4 is 912 feet. This 10-foot elevation change creates a steep slope,
limiting feasible locations for trail construction to either top or bottom of the slope.
If the trail were to be constructed near the bottom of the slope, portions of the alignment
would fall within the floodplain associated with the wetland complex. Constructing trails
in the floodplain is highly discouraged due to the potential for periodic flooding, long
term maintenance concerns, and potential impacts to floodplain functions.
Alternatively, locating the trail near the top of the slope would require grading within
significant portions of the existing tree line, resulting in the removal of some mature tree
vegetation. Additionally, locating the trail near the top of the slope would reduce portions
of the buildable area on these lots. However, this alignment would provide homeowners
with direct access to the trail, which would not be possible if the trail were located at the
bottom of the slope.
Given the implications to the viability of constructing a trail within the floodplain, Staff
recommends that the trail be located outside of the floodplain and constructed closer to
the top of the slope.
The applicant also provided a rough sketch of an
alternative trail alignment that would follow the
edge of the wetland across Lots 3-4, Block 2,
before turning east along the shared property line
between Lots 4-5, crossing the proposed
roadway, and continuing north along the eastern
boundary of the site. The applicant did not
provide engineered plans for this alternative
alignment, so therefore staff has not been able to
conduct a thorough review of the proposal.
At a conceptual level, staff is concerned that this
alignment would deviate from goals set forth in
the Comprehensive Plan, which encourages
locating trails in proximity to the Natural Resource
Corridors identified in the Natural Resource
Inventory. The alternative alignment would move
the trail further from the wetland corridor shown in
the Parks & Trails Plan, resulting in a reduced
connection to natural features and a less
cohesive trail experience for users. In addition,
the alignment includes a crossing over the public roadway. Staff believes this could
create potential conflicts between trail users and vehicular traffic that would otherwise
be avoided with a trail that follows the wetland.
For these reasons, Staff recommends that the trail be aligned along the wetland
complex, as generally shown in the Parks & Trails Plan.
Figure 5: Sketch of alternative alignment
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Park Dedication
The applicant’s plan shows an easement of approximately 0.34 acres (roughly 742.65-ft
in length x 20-ft in width) to be dedicated for the off-road trail. The exact dimensions of
the length of the easement must be confirmed by the applicant.
Park Dedication Calculation
The preliminary plat indicates a total site area of 61.03 acres. However, park dedication
is based on the net land area. This is defined as the gross land area minus wetlands,
areas below the 100-year ordinary high-water level, and right-of-way or easements for
existing public streets. The net land area was not provided. Staff estimates the net area
at roughly 24.6 acres. This will need to be confirmed by the applicant.
The current park dedication ordinance requires 5% of the land area (or market value of
that land) for residential development.
- 5% of 24.6 acres = 1.23 acres
The applicant will receive park dedication credit based on the City’s standard protocol
for a trail easement of 20-ft wide and a length of approximately 742.65-ft, which is
roughly 0.34 acres. Additional information is required from the developer to confirm the
gross and net acres. Credit is given for net acreage only. Assuming a net acreage of
0.34 acres, this would provide 27.7% of the required park dedication. As a result, the
remaining 72.3% of the required park dedication would be cash-in-lieu of land.
The 2026 fee schedule requires the following park dedication fee:
Single Family Per Unit $5,954.00
It is worth noting that Park dedication is based on the park dedication fees in place at
the time of final plat, but for the purposes of discussion, the anticipated formula for park
dedication is as follows:
- 7 single-family units x $5,954.00 = $41,678
- Less 27.7% = $11,548.79
- Remaining Cash Due = $30,129.21
The final plat dedication calculation will be based on final land area calculation and the
fee schedule in place at the time of final plat approval.
5. Recommendation
In summary, Staff recommends the following:
1. Connection of the trail be realigned to the farmed property to the east rather than
the existing neighborhood to the north.
2. Trail be constructed out of the floodplain, at the top of the bluff.
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Attachments:
1. City Engineer memo dated March 9, 2026
2. Applicant Narrative
3. Site Survey
4. Preliminary Plat
5. Trail Plan
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Memo
To: Kevin Mattson, PE Public Works
Director
From: Steven Hegland, PE
Project: Kariniemi Orchards Preliminary Plat
Review Memo
Date: March 9, 2026
Exhibits:
This Memorandum is based on a review of the following documents:
1. 24-0518 Kariniemi Orchards Prelim Plan dated October 6, 2025.
2. Stormwater Management Plan for Kariniemi Orchards dated September 24, 2025
3. Trail Plan for Kariniemi Orchards dated February 3, 2026
Comments:
General:
1. Consistent with the review process, a comment response letter shall be provided in which the
applicant provides a written response to each of the items below.
2. In addition to engineering comments, the proposed plans are subject to review by planning, zoning,
and land-use and shall meet other applicable codes of the City of Corcoran.
3. Final approval by the Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission must be attained before any
site grading or activity may commence.
4. For any site activity (demo, grading, utilities, etc.) no closures or restrictions of any kind shall be
imposed upon the public use of County Road 30 without the County’s permission. Should any lane
restrictions be necessary, the Contractor shall notify and permit the work with the County in advance
and provide a Traffic Control Plan.
5. An encroachment agreement shall be required for all site improvements or items placed within the
City ROW or easements.
6. Include “Modified” stamp on revised STO-17 detail plates.
7. Construction plans shall include 2026 Corcoran Detail plate revisions when available. Note that detail
plate numbers might change. Include detail plates GEN-2, GEN-3, GEN-4, GEN-5, STO-9, STO-10,
STO-11, STO-12, STO-16, STR-17, STR-22, STR-23, STR-28, STR-29, STR-35, BED1-3, ERO-
1,2,4A,4D,5.
Plat:
1. Gas, electric, and other private and public utilities are located adjacent and/or on the property.
Preservation of existing easements and coordination with all public and private utilities must be
conducted prior to commencing any grading or construction.
2. Hennepin County to confirm that 65’ half-ROW is acceptable.
3. D&U easement on Lot 6 shall encompass 100-year flood elevation.
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Transportation
1. The proposed development is adding 7 homes along with proposing to retain the existing home
located at 20400 County Road 30 which was previously split prior to the plat and not included with
this application.
2. Hennepin County controls access within their roadway and shall review the access for the proposed
road.
3. Historically, turn lanes are not a county requirement for a project this size. They shall confirm that the
existing driveway may remain as no driveway connection to the new internal roadway is proposed.
4. Consistent with rural developments, an overhead light should be added at corner of proposed
roadway and County Road 30.
5. Install street drain tile on both sides of the road including headwalls at outlets. Draintile should be
from 0+58 to cleanouts 250’ upstream ultimately ending at 5+58, at 10+72 and 250’ upstream in both
directions (or until high point), and at 16+46 250’ upstream 250’.
6. Update plate STR-1C to 2026 revision once when available. Add detail plates STR-5 and STO-24.
7. Streets sheets shall identify stop and street signage to be installed with the project.
8. Roadway stub to west shall be constructed with the current development. Stormwater management
plan shall account for additional roadway.
Trail
For the purpose of the trail related comments, it is assumed that the trail alignment and detail would
supersede the trail information and layout provided in the preliminary plans.
1. A connection to the trail from the public roadways should be provided.
2. The trail alignment proposed will result in a significant amount of tree removal along the bluff of the
development.
3. The trail along the northern portion of the development shall extend east and go up the slope so it can
be extended in the future. The current termination point makes the trail extension through the
adjacent neighborhood very unlikely.
4. The trail is placed 1-ft above the HWL of the adjacent floodplain which meets city standards.
5. Currently the trail terminates at the back of Lot 3 and does not extend to the southern limits of the
development.
6. The SWMP shall include the trail crossing to ensure the culverts adequately convey runoff without
affecting the trail.
7. 15’ minimum distance between centerline of trail easement to edge of adjacent wetland buffers is
required.
Grading /Stormwater
1. A wetland buffer plan shall be provided in accordance with City Wetland Buffer Policy. Plans shall
identify if any existing vegetation is planned to be utilized with the buffer so they can be reviewed by
the City for approval.
o It is assumed that all wetland buffers will be established with this phase.
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o A buffer establishment plan shall be provided noting the details on how and when the buffer
will be planted as well as a plan and schedule for the maintenance to ensure they are
properly established. The establishment plan shall identify specific seed mixes with the type
and rates at which the mixes shall be applied.
2. Details shall be provided regarding the “Site Balance Area (If Necessary)” at a minimum this shall
include information on limitations on slope and height of any balance areas as well as restoration
requirements.
3. Swale grading on Block 2 Lot 1 to be refined to ensure that flow is retained in D&U easement.
4. Identified pond access routes shall be 12’ wide.
5. Provide complete plan and profile views for all storm sewer at time of final plat.
6. Show NWL and HWL for all wetlands (#1- #3B) on all plan sheets.
7. Revised NWL/Outlet elevation for OCS #2 on OCS detail to left of structure.
8. Filtration basin drain tile to be 6” Sch. 40 with solvent weld joints and fittings.
9. Filtration basins shall be labeled with NWL and HWL.
10. Any walls higher than 4’ shall be designed by a certified engineer and the design and certification of
those walls shall be provided to the city.
11. All drainage swales shall maintain a minimum of 2% slope and all slope should be 4:1 or flatter unless
approved by the city engineer.
12. All stormwater pipes shall be RCP.
13. The 60” CMP shall be changed to RCP. Update manning’s and model accordingly.
14. Where easement is provided over swale in lot 6 block 2, the easement shall be extended to the top of
the berms to ensure the swale is fully encompassed and can be maintained.
15. Proposed conditions show HWL backing up to adjacent property due to driveway in lot 6. Show the
culvert can pass all the water without impacts to adjacent property.
16. Provide OCS detail for filtration basin 1 and 2. Tile shall be routed into the structure 0.5’ above the
outlet invert.
17. Current configuration between filtration basin 1 and pond 1 shows an elevation leaving pond at 937
which would bypass the ponded water of the filtration basin rim of 938 downstream.
18. Label EOF’s on plans for all areas where stormwater is collected.
19. Provide electronic HydroCAD models.
20. Submit a restoration plan for the degraded ravine just north of cul-de-sac in un platted lot. Trail and
driveway crossing may be required.
21. Provide armoring and rip rap at outlet of pond 1 and 60” culvert crossing.
22. Update Pond #1 secondary device to match the pipe routed to filtration basin 1 as shown on the
plans. Update manning’s values to RCP.
23. Update filtration basin trench section to match Corcoran standard detail plate. A minimum of 3’ trench
shall be shown with typical rock section over the tile. Trench shall use 9” Coarse Filter Aggregate
MNDOT (3149.2H) and 3” Pea gravel or washed rock with fabric on sides and bottom for filter basins.
24. Update filtration basin 1 4” non-perforated PVC to a minimum of 6”.
25. Filtration basin NWL shall start at the lowest constructed opening I.E. the rim elevation.
26. Pond 7P culvert size shall match the plans.
27. Show dead storage beneath the pond NWL outlet in the model.
28. Add a scale bar to existing and proposed drainage figures.
29. Swale NW of filtration basin 1 appears to run into storm basin #2. Show grading showing the swale
bypasses the basin.
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30. Provide pretreatment upstream of filtration basin 1 and 2 for impervious surface routed directly to
basin.
31. Provide electronic MIDs modeling.
32. Update MIDs to use a base bypass volume of 7.6%.
33. Update MIDs routing to match the HydroCAD. Currently Filtration 1 and Pond 2 are disconnected.
Erosion Control/SWPPP
1. Preparation of and compliance with a SWPPP shall be required for construction.
2. At time of final plat erosion control and grading plans shall identify the specific restoration types and
practices for all disturbed areas within the plat limits.
3. Show ditch check downstream of Filtration Basin #1.
4. Connect silt fence between Lots 1&2.
5. Extend silt fence south to start of pond contours for Outlot A.
6. Extend silt fence around all grading on Lot 6,
7. Show rip rap on inlet flares and pipes and outlet flares.
8. Filtration basin shall use category 76 TRM.
Wells/Septic Systems
1. Hennepin County is the permitting agency for septic systems. At time of grading, septic sites shall be
clearly marked to ensure septic sites are kept viable.
2. MDH is the permitting agency for wells. Approximate location to be shown on each lot to show
setbacks can be achieved.
3. Verify that primary septic location for Lot 6 Block 2 is in woods.
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KARINIEMI ORCHARDS
I hereby certify that this plan, specification, or report was prepared
by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Licensed
Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
Paul E. Otto
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19 MAPLE 24 24
20 OAK 24 24
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I hereby certify that this plan, specification, or report was prepared
by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Licensed
Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
Paul E. Otto
License # 40062 Date:
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Paul E. Otto
License # 40062 Date:
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by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Licensed
Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
Paul E. Otto
License # 40062 Date:
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CORCORAN, MN
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I hereby certify that this plan, specification, or report was prepared
by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Licensed
Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
Paul E. Otto
License # 40062 Date:
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CORCORAN, MN
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I hereby certify that this plan, specification, or report was prepared
by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Licensed
Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
Paul E. Otto
License # 40062 Date:
24-0518
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BASIN DETAILS
I hereby certify that this plan, specification, or report was prepared
by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Licensed
Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
Paul E. Otto
License # 40062 Date:
24-0518
NATHAN KARINIEMI
CORCORAN, MN
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CORCORAN, MN
KARINIEMI ORCHARDS
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Buffalo, MN 55313
(763)682-4727
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www.ottoassociates.com
SSOCIATES
9 West Division Street
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763)682-4727
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I hereby certify that this plan, specification, or report was prepared
by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Licensed
Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
Paul E. Otto
License # 40062 Date:
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by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Licensed
Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
Paul E. Otto
License # 40062 Date:21 1-26-26
24-0518
NATHAN KARINIEMI
CORCORAN, MN
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SHEET NO. OF SHEETS
REV. NO. DATE BY DESCRIPTION DESIGNED DRAWN
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SSOCIATES
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(763)682-4727
Fax: (763)682-3522
www.ottoassociates.com
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I hereby certify that this plan, specification, or report was prepared
by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly Licensed
Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
Paul E. Otto
License # 40062 Date:
PRELIMINARY PROPOSED TRAIL PLAN
(STA 8+50 TO STA 16+70)
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CORCORAN, MN
KARINIEMI ORCHARDS
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(763)682-4727
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www.ottoassociates.com
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STAFF REPORT Agenda Item: 8.b
Council Meeting:
March 19, 2026
Prepared By:
Jessica Christensen Buck, Parks and Recreation
Manager
Seth Gellman, Community Development
Administrative Assistant
Topic:
Commissioner Training
Action Required:
Information Only
Summary
Once per year, staff provides a training for the Parks and Trails Commission. This presentation provides
an overview of the role, responsibilities, and expectations of the Parks and Trails Commission, as well as
the policies and planning documents that guide park and trail development within the City. The training
reviews the Commission's purpose as an advisory body to the City Council and outlines how meetings
are conducted, including the use of agendas, work sessions, and standard procedures like Robert's
Rules of Order and open meeting law requirements.
Additional topics include park dedication, relevant policies and ordinances, and the role of long-range
planning documents such as the Comprehensive Plan.
During the meeting, staff will review each section of the presentation and provide additional details,
examples, and opportunities for questions.
Council Action
Attachments
1. 03.2026 Parks and Trails Commission Training
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STAFF REPORT Agenda Item: 9.a
Council Meeting:
March 19, 2026
Prepared By:
Jessica Christensen Buck, Parks and Recreation
Manager
Topic:
Planning Project Update
Action Required:
Information Only
Council Action
Attachments
1. 2026-03-19 Planning Project Update.pdf
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MEMO
Meeting Date: March 19, 2026
To: Parks and Trails Commission
From: Dwight Klingbeil
Re: Planning Project Update
Projects/comments in blue italics are new.
The following is a status summary of active planning projects:
1. M&J Creekside Interim Use Permit & Site Plan (PID 08-119-23-23-0017) (City
File 25-026).
Margaret and John Fernandez request approval of a site plan and interim use permit
to allow the operation of a wine tasting room at 23020 County Road 30. The operation
would consist of wine sales, production, and processing. This item was reviewed by
the City Council during the October 23, 2025, regular session. After some discussion,
the Council approved the IUP and Site Plan with the conditions that the maximum
number of guests be limited to 88, the hours of operation be limited to 12pm-9pm
Thursday through Saturday, and 12pm-6pm on Sundays, and additional screening to
be provided along the northwest and south sides of the parking lot. The applicants
have also requested approval of an after-the-fact variance from the Shoreland Overlay
District standards for a structure that was constructed within the minimum setback
area from Rush Creek. Council reviewed this item during the February 26, 2026,
meeting. The discussion included a recap of the previous approvals for the IUP, and a
clarification on the accessory structures that would remain if the variance was
approved. After some discussion, the Council approved the requested variance.
2. Phil’s Quality Auto Site Plan & Variance (PID 26-119-23-11-0029) (City File 25-
030).
Phil’s Quality Auto request approval of a Site Plan and Variance to allow the
expansion of their parking lot within the minimum front yard setback area at 7590
Commerce Street. This item was reviewed and approved by the City Council during
the November 25, 2025, meeting. Following the meeting, the applicant met with staff
to discuss the project further. The applicant submitted a request for additional variance
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from the setback requirements and drive aisle width for paving and expanding the
parking areas on the lot. The public hearing for this item was held during the January
6, 2026, Planning Commission meeting. After some discussion, the Commission
motioned to recommend approval of the request. This item approved by the Council
on January 22, 2026.
3. Woodland Hills Easement Vacation (PID 36-119-23-33-0037) (City File 25-042).
Hanson Builders request vacation of a portion of a drainage and utility easement
located at 19714 63rd Place. Council approved this item during the January 8, 2026,
meeting.
4. St. Therese Phase 2 Site Plan (PID 24-119-23-32-0004) (City File 25-043).
Saint Therese of Corcoran submitted a site plan for phase 2 of their campus, which
would consist of 36 additional units at 19800 79th Place. Part of the request included
an approval to allow the applicant to utilize the City-owned land on County Road 116
for construction staging. The Planning Commission reviewed this item during the
February 5, 2026, meeting. After some discussion, the Planning Commission voted
3:0 to recommend approval of the site plan. The City Council reviewed this item during
the February 26, 2026, meeting. The discussion included the applicants satisfying
their landscaping requirements off-site on the adjacent parcel along County Road 116,
as well as the development of the northern spur of the linear park. The Council voted
to approve the Site Plan as presented.
5. Kariniemi Orchards Preliminary Plat (PID 11-119-23-21-0002) (City File 25-044).
Nate Kariniemi submitted a preliminary plat application for a 12-lot subdivision at
20400 County Road 30. This item is complete for City review and is scheduled for the
April 2, 2026, Planning Commission meeting.
6. Springs at Corcoran Preliminary Plat, Preliminary PUD, Rezoning (PID 12-119-
23-13-0007) (City File 26-001).
Continental 928 Fund, LLC. Request approval of a preliminary plat, preliminary
Planned Unit Development (PUD), and rezoning to allow the construction of 294
market-rate rental units at 19330 County Road 30. The site is currently zoned General
Mixed-Use. The applicant is requests the site be rezoned to Planned Unit
Development (PUD), with an underlying zoning district of GMU. This item is not
complete for City review and is not currently scheduled for any upcoming meetings.
7. Lindberg ADU (PID 21-119-23-23-0001) (City File 26-002).
Heidi Lindberg requests approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow the construction
of an. accessory dwelling unit that exceeds 960 sq. ft. and is less than 1,200 sq. ft. at
8301 Strehler Road. This application is complete for City review and is scheduled for
the April 2, 2026, Planning Commission meeting.
8. Ulfers Garage CUP (PID 04-119-23-34-0001) (City File 26-003).
John Ulfers requests approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow the construction of
an accessory building with a sidewall height of 16 ft. in the side yard of 22085 Oakdale
Drive. This application is complete for City review and is scheduled for the April 2,
2026, Planning Commission meeting.
9. Wiseman Garage CUP (PID 24-119-23-31-0008) (City File 26-004).
Allan Dorney Construction MN LLC requests approval of a Conditional Use Permit to
allow the construction of an accessory building with a sidewall height of 12 ft. in the
front yard of 7938 Maple Hill Road. This item is under review for completeness and is
not currently scheduled for any upcoming meetings.
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STAFF REPORT Agenda Item: 9.b
Council Meeting:
March 19, 2026
Prepared By:
Jessica Christensen Buck, Parks and Recreation
Manager
Topic:
Parks, Recreation, and Trails Update
Action Required:
Information Only
Summary
Recreation Update
Interest is strong for renting the pavilion, park building, and Heritage Park amenities.
Baseball registration is closed - staff is preparing for the upcoming season.
Soccer registration opens to residents on Monday, April 6 at 8 am, and to all else on Monday, April
13 at 8 am.
Council Update
February 26, 2026
Parks and Trails Commission Appointments
Appointed Commissioner Christenson and Commissioner Erzberger to another term.
March 12, 2026
Work Session
Weaver Lake Regional Trail presentation by Three Rivers Park District.
Kickoff meeting to introduce the Weaver Lake Regional Trail project.
Wayfinding and Parks & Trails Plan presentation/discussion with HKGi.
Discussion opportunity for wayfinding, as well as a Parks & Trails Plan.
Regular Meeting
Resolution 2026-13: Accepting the Donation of a Historic Park Map for Heritage Park
Recognition and acceptance of a donated historic map of Heritage Park.
Parks, Trails, and Open Spaces Wayfinding Plan Proposal
Proposal to have HKGi assist in completion of the Wayfinding Plan.
Heritage Park Improvements - Pay Request #7
Payment to Valint Construction Services.
Council Action
No action required.
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STAFF REPORT Agenda Item: 10.a
Council Meeting:
March 19, 2026
Prepared By:
Jessica Christensen Buck, Parks and Recreation
Manager
Topic:
Garden Club Report
Action Required:
Information Only
Summary
Spring is right around the corner and the annual tree giveaway is underway.
Most of the trees have been claimed, but there are still some remaining. The program was originally
planned for a total of 625 trees, supported with funding from the Northwest Area Jaycees. At their most
recent meeting, the Jaycees approved additional funding to expand the program, increasing the total
number of trees available to 800. This expansion will allow more residents the opportunity to participate
in the program and support continued tree planting throughout the community.
At this time, the date for the tree pick up has not been finalized. Once confirmed, the date and
distribution details will be communicated directly to residents who placed tree orders, as well as those
that expressed interest in assisting with the tree handout.
Financial/Budget
No financial impact - Northwest Area Jaycees provide funding for the trees themselves and the required
nursery certificate.
Council Action
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STAFF REPORT Agenda Item: 10.b
Council Meeting:
March 19, 2026
Prepared By:
Jessica Christensen Buck, Parks and Recreation
Manager
Topic:
Park Dedication Fund
Action Required:
Information Only
Summary
Attached are the Park Dedication Fund and Memorial Garden Fund reports.
Council Action
Attachments
1. 3.19.18 -- Park Dedication Fund
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3/10/2026 - PARK DEDICATION FUND
TRANSACTIONS FROM 03/01/2025 TO 03/10/2026
Date Description Debits Credits
PARK DEDICATION FUND
03/13/2025 OERTEL/STANTEC INVOICES 34,450.00
03/17/2025 CITY PARK DONATION 1,000.00
03/31/2025 INTEREST 21,082.73
04/10/2025 OERTEL/STANTEC INVOICES 62,825.70
04/10/2025 ELM CREEK WATERSHED 7,030.00
04/10/2025 TAVERA 7TH 471,677.53
04/14/2025 WOODLAND HILLS 357,240.00
04/17/2025 HKGI INVOICE 17,252.34
04/24/2025 OERTEL INVOICE 36,867.00
05/08/2025 HKGI INVOICE 9,256.75
05/22/2025 OERTEL/STANTEC INVOICES 55,402.85
05/22/2025 KEEFE MINOR SUBDIVISION 5,954.00
06/02/2025 HKGI INVOICE 16,270.00
06/12/2025 STANTEC INVOICE 47,523.95
06/16/2025 HEATHER MEADOWS 3RD ADDITION 59,540.00
06/18/2025 HKGI INVOICE 4,528.90
06/26/2025 OERTEL INVOICE 7,300.00
06/26/2025 BROCKTON BUSINESS PARK 160,787.06
06/30/2025 INTEREST 16,565.65
07/24/2025 OERTEL/STANTEC INVOICES 43,489.45
07/31/2025 STANTEC INVOICE 11,586.90
08/14/2025 FEHN COMPANIES PAY REQUEST 120,904.86
08/14/2025 HKGI INVOICE 5,083.30
08/21/2025 HKGI INVOICE 2,895.00
08/21/2025 SEE MY LEGACY DONATIONS 52.60
08/28/2025 OERTEL/STANTEC INVOICES 24,855.50
9/11/2025 HKGI/STANTEC INVOICES 20,535.49
9/18/2025 AMERICAN ENGINEERING TESTING, INC. 1,274.25
9/25/2025 FEHN COMPANIES PAY REQUEST 297,005.59
10/09/2025 MIDWEST PLAYSCAPES INC 344,574.44
10/09/2025 OERTEL INVOICE 10,515.00
10/10/2025 HUD FEDERAL FUNDS 250,000.00
10/15/2025 AMERICAN ENGINEERING TESTING 531.45
10/23/2025 FEHN & VALINT PAYMENTS 1,144,866.28
10/30/2025 HKGI & STANTEC INVOICES 16,340.55
11/06/2025 HAUGO GEOTECHNICAL SERVICES 4,664.00
11/13/2025 FEHN & VALINT PAYMENTS 402,412.15
11/13/2025 AMERICAN ENGINEERING TESTING & OERTEL INVOICES 7,981.30
11/19/2025 HKGI INVOICE 3,567.11
12/04/2025 AMERICAN ENGINEERING TESTING 1,521.95
12/11/2025 FEHN & STANTEC PAYMENTS 50,543.26
12/11/2025 HKGI INVOICE 1,858.50
12/18/2025 OERTEL INVOICE 6,866.20
12/31/2025 SEE MY LEGACY DONATIONS 50.90
1/8/2026 VALINT CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PAYMENT 347,504.07
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01/08/2026 STANTEC INVOICE 24,380.40
01/15/2026 HKGI INVOICE 278.75
01/22/2026 VALINT CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PAYMENT 59,736.28
01/29/2026 OERTEL INVOICE 4,366.20
02/05/2026 AMERICAN ENGINEERING TESTING 582.80
02/12/2026 MIDWEST PLAYSCAPES INC & VALINT CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PAYMENT 198,715.09
02/26/2026 AMERICAN ENGINEERING TESTING & HKGI INVOICE 751.25
03/12/2026 VALINT CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PAYMENT 121,941.57
03/10/2026 PARK DEDICATION FUND END BALANCE 3,319,128.59$
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MEMORIAL GARDEN FUND
03/31/2025 INTEREST 0.27
06/10/2025 MENARDS - GARDEN CLUB 81.17
06/10/2025 MENARDS - GARDEN CLUB 458.98
06/10/2025 MENARDS - GARDEN CLUB 79.98
06/30/2025 INTEREST 0.27
07/02/2025 MENARDS - GARDEN CLUB 110.40
08/21/2025 LOWES - GARDEN CLUB 124.00
09/30/2025 Q3 INTEREST 0.26
12/31/2025 Q4 INTEREST 0.25
3/10/2026 MEMORIAL GARDEN FUND END BALANCE 10,048.66$
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