Agenda - Parks and Recreation Commission - 05/09/2002

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2004 gl0 Lake Itasea Park $900,000 It is projected within this document, that by 2004, the properties South of Alpine Drive, both east and West, of Puma Street may be proposed for development. It is this development that would provide the impetus and Park Dedication funds for the construction of Ramsey's last of 5, Community Parks. #11 Elmcrest Creek Trail $115,000 This trail development project, like the one above, is projected within the 5-year plan as being funded and built, concurrent with development in the immediate vicinity. The trail would link Elmcrest Park to Central Park and the neighborhoods in between. Storm Water Utility funds are proposed as the ditching project for the upper stretch of 'Elmcrest Creek' may also occur in this timeframe. The utility monies may be used to acquire multi use easements, or similar shared benefits between funding sources. #12 Elmcrest Park Entrance Improvements $25,000 General Fund dollars are proposed for the signage of the entrance to this park. Grant monies may also be available to expand the scope of the project. 2005 #13 Ford Brook Playstructure Replacement $70,000 Like some other parks in the northern fringe of Ramsey's Recreational District's, Ford Brook Park has not seen significant capital investment since it's original construction, decades ago. This playequipment replacement continues Ramsey's program of bringing the structures into compliance with the Consumer Product Safety Commission guidelines. #14 Golf Course $2,700,000 A 9-hole golf course has been proposed for the property North of Sunwood Drive and northeast of Co. Rd. 116. The land in question includes a remnant Oak Savannah, interspersed with wetlands, The project first originated as a way to preserve this natural resource - and at the same time generate a financial return for the city. [Currently the property is owned by the MPCA, is largely unused and is tax-exempt]. The project would preserve one of the few tracts of woodlands in this vicinity of the city, protect some open space, add an economic development aspect to the park system - and of course increase recreational opportunities. #15 Skateboard Facilities at Central Park $75,000 For two consecutive years, a request has been made for a dedicated skateboard area in Ramsey. Utilizing a paved rink at Central Park provides year-round use of the features already in place, such as lighting, separation from other uses [the 200' x 85' rink boards], and the warminghouse which could be staffed by an attendant. Within the timeframe of the next few years, the city can evaluate other cities facilities for problems and determine if the 'fad' is still popular. [The reader of this proposed CIP will note that trail connections projected earlier in the plan, make the above improvement even more accessible for the age of user typically seeking this type of opportunity]. -21-