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Parks and Trails Commission Meeting Minutes
September 19, 2017 - 7:00pm
The Corcoran Parks and Trails Commission met on September 19, 2017, at City Hall in Corcoran, MN.
Present were, Commissioners - Anderson, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, Regan, Robran, and Strehler.
Also present was City Administrator Martens.
1. Call to Order / Roll Call
Chairperson Anderson called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Chairperson Anderson invited all in attendance to rise and join in the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Agenda Approval
a. Agenda
Motion: Made by Meister, seconded by Krueger, to approve the agenda as presented.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, Regan, Robran, and Strehler
(Motion carried 7:0)
4. Minutes
a. Minutes – August 15, 2017
Motion: Made by Nybo, seconded by Regan, to approve the minutes as presented.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, Regan, Robran, and Strehler
(Motion carried 7:0)
5. Open Forum - None
6. Presentations - None
7. Unfinished Business
a. Ravinia Neighborhood Park Planning
City Administrator Martens updated the Commission on park planning activities and a proposed
park planning open house. Commissioners discussed information to present and the need to invite
all residents in the area not just the Ravinia residents.
Motion: Made by Robran, seconded by Meister to schedule a park planning open house on
Tuesday, October 17, 2017 from 5:30 pm -6:30 pm at the Ravinia Amenity Center.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, Regan, Robran, and Strehler
(Motion carried 7:0)
8. New Business
a. Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, Preliminary Plat, and Preliminary PUD for
“Bass Lake Estates” a mixed-use development at 19219 and 19235 County Road 10
City Administrator Martens provided an overview of the proposed development including natural
resources, site design, and proposed park dedication requirements. Commissioners discussed
proposed trail connections and the need to plan for a north/south off-road trail corridor in the area.
Motion: Made by Robran, seconded by Nybo to recommend approval of cash-in-lieu for the entire
project and acceptance of the trail and trail easement as shown on the plans.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, Regan, Robran, and Strehler
(Motion carried 7:0)
b. Rockford School District Lease Agreement – 2018
City Administrator Martens presented the item including background related to the existing lease
agreement between the City of Corcoran and the Rockford School District. Commissioners
discussed the significant investment of City of Corcoran staff on the site and general concern that
the Rockford School District requires payment for the use.
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Motion: Made by Robran, seconded by Krueger to recommend the City extend the term of the
lease for 2018.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, Regan, Robran, and Strehler
(Motion carried 7:0)
c. Hennepin County Youth Sports Grants
City Administrator Martens informed the Commission of the grant opportunities for facility grants
and equipment grants. Staff recommendations were presented for irrigation equipment for the
facility grant and a gator for the equipment grant. Commissioners discussed the need to improve
facilities at City Park including the restrooms, tennis courts, and possible pond fountain.
Commissioners also discussed the need for park master planning before making major
investments.
Motion: Made by Robran, seconded by Meister to recommend grant applications be submitted as
recommended by staff.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, Regan, Robran, and Strehler
(Motion carried 7:0)
9. Reports/Information
a. Active Planning Applications – Informational only, no action taken
10. Subcommittee and Miscellaneous Reports
a. City Council Report
Councilmember Bottema updated the Commission on recent City Council activity
b. Garden Club Report
Chair Anderson updated the Commission on a recent seed picking event he participated in at Crow
Hassan Park Reserve. Chair Anderson also provided an update from a pollinator summit he
attended on behalf of the City.
c. Elm Creek Watershed Commission Report – Sharon Meister
Commissioner Meister provided an update the ongoing sub-watershed assessment project which
will be completed in the upcoming year.
11. Other Business/Announcements
Commissioners asked about the status of the Recreation Coordinator position. City Administrator
Martens informed them that no action had been taken yet and it would be added to the next
agenda.
12. Commissioner Liaison Calendar
Commissioners reviewed the calendar.
13. Adjournment
Motion: Made by Krueger, seconded by Meister, to adjourn the meeting at 8:17 pm.
Voting Aye: Anderson, Krueger, Meister, Nybo, Regan, Robran, and Strehler
(Motion carried 7:0)
Submitted by
Brad Martens City Administrator