Agenda - Parks and Recreation Commission - 10/14/1993

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Case #2 DETERMINE PARK DEDICATION FOR SUNFISH SQUARE By: Mark Boos, Parks/Utilities Coordinator Background: As you will recall, in June the Commission reviewed and formulated recommendations on what information was available for the proposed Sunfish Square Addition. The summary memorandum and a thorough presentation of the details related to Sunfish Square, prepared by Zoning Administrator Sylvia Frolik for the Planning and Zoning Commission, is attached. Also enclosed is "Protecting Trees from Construction Damage". This publication is now an attachment to each development agreement. I have enclosed it for your information. Observation: As a result of the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting of October 5, 1993, the project's approval has been delayed until City Staff and the developer can resolve the road alignment and access point issues. Until this is resolved the exact need for internal sidewalks and their placement is somewhat unknown. I would maintain that, in any case, alternative transportation should be considered along both Sunfish Lake Boulevard N.W. and Industry Avenue N.W.. If the commercial lot, at the above intersection, were a convenience store or a fast food restaurant, sidewalks (or similar) would be a benefit to both the business(s) and potentially thousands of adjoining residents. In addition;'xtZtewalks could reduce traffic congestion and all its negative effects in the proximity of Sunfish Square. If interior sidewalks are not the preferred solution, one alternative would be to prohibit parking during certain periods and in certain areas, to facilitate safe travel to, for instance, Emerald Pond Park. Regardless of the subdivisions configuration, it is recommended that park dedication be satisfied in cash. Therefore, it is recommended that the Commission's recommendation consists of requiring cash in lieu of land to satisfy park dedication and request staff resolve the pedestrian transportation issues related to Sunfish Square. Enclosed for your information: · Sketch plan review of Sunfish Square (Park and Recreation review memorandum) · Sunfish Square's Planning and Zoning Commission case, site location map, and "thumbnailed" sketch resulting from the Planning and Zoning's October meeting · City Staff review letter dated September 30, 1993 · Anoka County Staff review letter dated October 1, 1993 · Development agreement attachment related to minimizing construction damage. Commission Action: Recommend Staff resolve pedestrian transportation issues, landscape considerations and that City Council require cash in lieu of land to satisfy park dedication. Reviewed by: Copies also distributed to: Parks/Utilities Coordinator P&R: 10/14/93 City Administrator City Engineer Zoning Administrator Project Manager