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HomeMy Public PortalAbout06.17.2015 Park Commission PacketMEDINA► AGENDA MEDINA PARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, 2015 7:00 P.M. Medina City Council Chambers City Hall, 2052 County Road 24 1) Call to Order 2) Additions to Agenda 3) Approval of the Minutes from: • April 15, 2015 Regular Meeting • May 20, 2015 Regular Meeting - Park Tour 4) Public Comments (on items not on the agenda) 5) City Council Update 6) Community Garden Request 7) Bull Pen Request 8) Monarch & Milkweed Presentation & Tour Follow-up 9) May Park Tour Follow-up Discussion 10) 2016 Capital Improvement Plan 11) Staff Report a) General Items 12) Adjourn Posted 6/12/201 S Pa • e 1 of 1 MEMORANDUM TO: FROM: DATE OF REPORT: DATE OF MEETING: SUBJECT: Medina Park Commission Jodi Gallup, Assistant to City Administrator June 12, 2015 June 17, 2015 Park Commission Meeting Report 2. Additions to Agenda If any Park Commissioner wishes to add an item to the agenda after the agenda has already been posted, the agenda item must be proposed at this point in the meeting. The Park Commission must agree to add the item by motion. 5. City Council Update This is a reoccurring agenda item to have the City Council Liaison to the Park Commission, Lorie Cousineau, give an update at each meeting on what is happening at the Council level. 6. Community Garden Request Council member Kathleen Martin stated that she has received inquiries about the possibility of community gardens in Medina (given that lot sizes in our newer neighborhoods are smaller these days). She has a friend that uses a community garden in Chicago and has provided the attached information. She asked that the Park Commission discuss the possibility of community gardens in Medina. See attached information. Recommended Action: Discuss community gardens and determine if it should be planned for in the future. 7. Bu11 Pen Request At the May Park Tour, the Park Commission met with members of the Hamel Hawks who proposed adding a bull pen along the fence line of the Paul Fortin Memorial Field. Attached is their drawing and pictures of a similar bull pen set up. The Hamel Hawks are proposing to take care of all the materials needed and work, but they would ask the city to purchase one yard of clay and deliver it to the site. Be prepared to discuss this item further at the meeting. See attached drawing and pictures. Recommended Action: Make a recommendation on the need for a bull pen at this location. 8. Monarch & Milkweed Presentation & Tour Follow-up Resident Mary Shimshock, Wendy Caldwell with the Monarch Joint Venture and Jodi Gallup toured four of our city parks and nature areas on June loth to determine the best locations to plant milkweed and other diverse nectar sources for the Monarch caterpillars 1 and butterflies. Below is a short summary of findings. Staff will discuss in further detail at the meeting. • Tomann Preserve — This site has too much tall grasses that will eventually kill off the milkweed unless a complete prairie restoration was done on the site, which would be very costly. This site also has too many trees and will become very wooded in the next 20 years so it isn't an ideal location in the long term. One benefit to planting at this location would be the connectivity to other nature areas/habitats. • Medina Lake Preserve — This location has beautiful prairie areas away from the woods that would be ideal for planting milkweed and diverse nectar sources. This site also provides connectivity to other nature areas/habitats. • Rainwater Nature Area — This site is small, but could provide a small butterfly garden area which would be more accessible to the public than the other sites. • Hunter Lions Park — The back nature area at this park is a beautiful prairie and would be ideal for planting milkweed and other diverse nectar sources. The city does need to widen the path to make the area more accessible. See attached information. Recommended Action: Discuss possible locations for milkweed, monarch waystations, etc. Determine level of interest in pursuing these options. 9. May Park Tour Follow-up Discussion Please review the draft minutes from the park tour and your personal notes and come prepared to discuss each park. The Park Commission should plan on making recommendations for the 2016-2020 Capital Improvement Plan, which is the next item. See attached note from Robin Reid. Recommended Action: Discuss items from the Park Tour. 10.2016 Capital Improvement Plan The Park Commission should look more in detail at the plan for the 2016 CIP budget and future projects looking out five years. Also please review the attached requests made by residents regarding the volleyball court at Hunter Lions Park, the baseball diamond at Maple Park, and a possible snow machine at Hamel Legion Park. See attached 2015 CIP, park dedication fund balance, and email requests. Recommended Action: Make recommendations on the 2016-2020 Capital Improvement Plan. 11. Staff Report a. General Items. This agenda item is to give a verbal update on any other general park items. Staff representation at the June 17th Park Commission meeting will be Assistant to City Administrator Jodi Gallup and Public Works Director Steve Scherer. 2 Medina Park Commission Meeting Minutes - DRAFT April 15, 2015 Medina City Hall Page 1 of 3 The Park Commission of Medina, Minnesota met in regular session on April 15, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at Medina City Hall. Park Commission Chair Steve Lee presided. 1) Call to Order Commissioners Present: Steve Lee, Madeleine Linck, Lori Meehan, Robin Reid, John Jacob, Nate Pearson and Dino DesLauriers Commissioners Absent: None Also Present: City Council member Lorie Cousineau, Public Works Director Steve Scherer and Assistant to City Administrator Jodi Gallup 2) Additions to the Agenda: Blue Bird Trail Monitoring Program & Cleanup Day Handout A motion was made by Linck and seconded by Reid to add "Blue Bird Trail Monitoring Program" & "Cleanup Day Handout" to the agenda. Motion passed unanimously. 3) Approval of Minutes: • March 17, 2015 Special Meeting • March 18, 2015 Regular Meeting A motion was made by Linck and seconded by Jacob to approve the minutes from March 17, 2015 and March 18, 2015 as presented. Motion passed unanimously. 4) Public Comments (on items not on the agenda): None. 5) City Council Update Lorie Cousineau gave the Park Commission a brief update on City Council actions since the last time the Park Commission met. 6) Monarch Butterflies & Milkweed Mary Shimshock introduced herself to the Park Commission. She stated that she had addressed the City Council at their March 3rd meeting to ask that Medina becomes a community that encourages monarch habitats. She stated that the Monarch butterfly populations have declined as much as 90% in the past 20 years and one of the primary reasons for this decline is the decrease in milkweed plants. Monarch butterflies lay their eggs on the milkweed and it is the only source of food for the monarch caterpillar. Shimshock stated that she had worked with Gallup to get a story in the Medina Message Newsletter. She will also be at Medina's annual Spring Clean-up Day handing out bags of milkweed seeds and educational materials to residents. Medina Park Commission Meeting Minutes - DRAFT April 15, 2015 Medina City Hall Page 2 of 3 Shimshock stated that in Medina we have a greater opportunity than other suburbs with our beautiful and vast outdoor spaces to create corridors for the Monarchs. She asked the Park Commission if we can plant Milkweed and create these corridors within our city parks and nature areas. She stated that Milkweed helps more than just the Monarchs; it helps all pollinators such as bees too. Linck noted that the city has common Milkweed in many of our parks already including Rainwater Nature Area, Hunter Lions Park, Tomann Preserve, Holy Name Park, and even on the edges of Hamel Legion Park. She noted that it is important that the city's lawn care contractors are educated and do not mow, spray, or pull the milkweed. Linck asked that the city put an article on the website regarding going native to help teach residents that they do not need their entire lawns manicured like a golf course and the benefits to keeping some native areas. Shimshock suggested that the Park Commission could hold an event such as planting Milkweed in the parks, releasing Monarchs, and/or having a speaker from the U of M. There was a general consensus from the Park Commission in favor of creating Monarch corridors within our city and possibly holding an event. Meehan and Gallup will work with Shimshock to coordinate any details. 7) Blue Bird Trail Monitoring Program Linck stated that she had received 8 to 10 volunteers for the Blue Bird Trail monitoring program. She will be creating a buddy system as she doesn't have that many Blue Bird Houses to monitor. She will be training her volunteers this summer on how to keep records. 8) Handout at Cleanup Day Linck requested that the city handout brochures at our annual cleanup day on April25th from Audubon Minnesota on bird safe homes and how to make your windows safer for birds. She stated that millions of birds are killed each year from flying into large picture windows. 9) The Park at Fields of Medina Gallup reported that the City Council awarded the contract for the site work at the Park at Fields of Medina to the low bid Sunram Construction at their April 7th meeting. The City Council approved the Sport Court purchase and allocated an additional $125,000 of Park Dedication funds to complete the remaining items of this park project. Medina Park Commission Meeting Minutes - DRAFT April 15, 2015 Medina City Hall Page 3 of 3 The Park Commission discussed the color options for the Sport Court. It was determined that the interior color would be Shamrock Green and the exterior color would be Earth. 10) Discuss Parks to Visit at Annual Park Tour in May The Park Commissioners discussed which parks to visit during their annual park tour on May 20, 2015 beginning at 5:30 p.m. It was determined to visit the following parks: • Hamel Legion Park — look at area of park by Inn Kahoots • Hunter Lions Park • Tomann Preserve • Medina Lake Preserve • Lakeshore Park 11) Staff Report • Staff showed the Park Commissioners pictures of the new dog waste signs and garbage receptacles that were installed at Hamel Legion Park. • Staff showed the Park Commissioners pictures of the newly surfaced tennis courts at Hamel Legion Park, noting that one of the courts is also striped for pickle ball. • Staff showed the Park Commissioners pictures of the new piece of fence and gate that the Hamel Hawks installed at the Paul Fortin Memorial Field. 12) Adjourn A motion was made by Meehan, seconded by DesLauriers and passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 7:55 p.m. Minutes prepared by Jodi Gallup. Medina Park Commission Meeting Minutes - DRAFT May 20, 2015 Medina City Hall Page 1 of 2 The Park Commission of Medina, Minnesota met in regular session on May 20, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. at Medina City Hall. Park Commission Chair Steve Lee presided. 1) Call to Order Commissioners Present: Commissioners Absent: Also Present: Steve Lee, Madeleine Linck, Dino DesLauriers, Robin Reid and John Jacob Lori Meehan and Nate Pearson City Council member Kathleen Martin, Public Works Director Steve Scherer, Public Works Foreman Ivan Dingmann and Assistant to City Administrator Jodi Gallup 2) Annual Tour of Parks The Park Commission toured or drove past the following parks and made these observations: Hamel Legion Park • Discussed adding a warmup mound and fence at the Paul Fortin Memorial Field • Noted that the park map on the display case is facing the wrong direction; recommended adding "You are here" stickers • Discussed the need for a batter's eye at the Paul Fortin Memorial Field • Noted that the landscaping by the concession stand needed some work • Confirmed that the Hamel Hawk's were still working on moving the monument • Discussed the long range plan of addressing drainage issues and paving the parking lot by the Paul Fortin Memorial Field Hunter Lions Park • Discussed the weeds in the volleyball court and if the volleyball court should be removed to create a soccer field or open play field • Noted that the fences around the baseball field need to be higher — at least 6 to 8 feet so people can't reach over them and get hurt • Discussed adding concrete under the bleachers • Noted that one of the grills could be removed; discussed removing the grill away from the picnic shelter • Noted that there were too many picnic tables under the shelter • Discussed widening the nature area path and adding a sign • Noted that cleaning up the creek could be a future scout project Maple Park • Discussed adding a picnic shelter at the bottom of the hill Medina Park Commission Meeting Minutes - DRAFT May 20, 2015 Medina City Hall Page 2 of 2 • Discussed if it would be necessary to pave the parking lot or leave it as gravel • Discussed need to install steps from the parking lot down to the picnic shelter or leave more natural/rural • Discussed adding soccer nets, but leaving backstop fence • Noted that the trees need to be trimmed to get rid of the suckers • Discussed the idea of an intergenerational park, but noted that the parking at the top of the hill would make this location difficult Lakeshore Park • Noted that the water levels were down and the beach area looked nice • Residents requested that stone steps be added up from the boat launch • One resident stopped by and requested an outdoor workout area be added to the park similar to communities in southern California • Noted that the playground area needs more wood chips • Discussed adding a fire pit and horse shoe pit • Discussed adding a picnic table at the bottom of the hill • Noted that the grill from Hunter Lions Park could be moved to Lakeshore Park Walnut Park • Noted that it is a storm water pond in the summer and a skating rink in the winter • Noted that the benches need to be replaced • Questioned if the basketball hop is ever used Medina Morningside Park • Noted that the playground area needs more woodchips • Noted that the curbing is bad around the playground and should be replaced • Discussed removing the wood trash cans and backstop fences on second field • Discussed adding soccer nets • Noted the need to fix the corner of the bike rack 3) Adjourn The meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m. Minutes prepared by Jodi Gallup. .L'icuoEn Sguaae Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce The Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce is excited to welcome gardeners from around the Lincoln Square Ravenswood community to take part in the fifth year of our Community Garden. GARDEN INFORMATION Mission: * Provide community garden space. * Build a sense of community. * Promote sustainable gardening practices such as organic gardening. * Provide a place of beauty for others to enjoy. Location: Intersection of Western Avenue and Lawrence Avenue (Adjacent to Walgreens) Fees: One Plot = $75.00 LIKE US ON FACEBOOK -"Lincoln Square Community Garden"for updates throughout the gardening season. APPLICATION Community Garden APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS If you are interested in an annual plot at the Lincoln Square Community Garden please sign and return this applica- tion to the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce office. Please ensure all information on the application is completed for immediate processing. All plots are distributed on a first come first served basis and previous plot caretakers have first right of refusal. CONTACT INFORMATION RESIDENT INFORMATION BUSINESS OWNER INFORMATION Contact Name: Business Name• Street Address. Business Contact• City, State, Zip: Business Address: Home Phone: City, State, Zip• Work Phone: Business Phone: E-mail Address: E-mail Address: PAYMENT OPTIONS: Application MUST be submitted with full payment to be considered. Please select a payment method: ❑ Cash (DO NOT MAIL. All cash transactions must be made at LSRCC office.) ❑ Check or Money Order Make check/money order payable to: Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce ❑ Credit Card (you must fill out the information below) O Visa O Mastercard O Discover Name (on card): Billing Address: City: State: Zip: Credit Card #: **Please call the LSRCC office with your credit card number** RULES AND REGULATIONS Maintenance Agreement: The following is an agreement for use of the Lincoln Square Community Garden, hereafter known as the LSCG. The agreement is between the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce (LSRCC) and the group, person, or business (gardener) using the plot. The group, person, or business will be referred to as the "gardener" from this point forward. 1. The LSCG lot is to be used solely by the gardener as signed below. Plots are nontransferable. If the original gardener no longer wants the plot, that plot goes back into inventory and is given to the next person on the wait list. 2. All Gardeners must supply a list to the LSRCC of all materials proposed for use prior to use in the garden to ensure the continued organic nature of the garden. 3. Gardeners are responsible for keeping the lot manageable, orderly and clean. 4. Gardeners are expected to maintain their lots on a weekly basis, at a minimum, between April 15th and November 15th of each growing season. 5. Gardeners are required to respect their neighbors and all garden lots, including: gardening, planting, watering, maintenance and harvesting. 6. Composting is allowed but shall be limited to no more than 15% of the total lot area (or 4' x 4' space within a 11' x 9' lot). Compost areas shall be no more than 36" in height. Compost areas shall be defined and contained with LSRCC approved fencing and materials. THERE WILL BE NO COMMUNAL COMPOST. 7. Any and all new soil to be introduced must be tested and certified as organic in nature and must be approved the LSRCC prior to installation. 8. All fertilizers, weed and insect controls are to be certified organic in nature and must be approved by the LSRCC prior to use. 9. Garden watering must adhere to the guidelines set forth in the watering instructions unless otherwise agreed upon with the lot user and the LSRCC. 10. Any Gardener failing to follow the above rules will be asked to leave and will not be allowed to utilize the garden in the future. Their garden lot will be cleaned out, and disposed of at the cost of the gardener. 11. Any garbage, refuse weeds or unwanted materials must be taken out by the gardener. RULES AND REGULATIONS 2015 LSCG Watering Instructions: The following are the Lincoln Square Community Garden's watering instructions. Adherence to these watering instructions is mandatory. The following agreement is between the Gardener and the Lincoln Square Community Garden (LSCG): 1. Water will be available from April 15th through a date deemed appropriate by the LSRCC based upon weather conditions. 2. Water is to be available to individual gardeners and their plots daily during the growing season. 3. It is the responsibility of the gardener for each lot to utilize the supplied water in a fashion that is respectful and responsible to their garden lot and the surrounding gardeners and lots as well. 4. Any abuse of the water, water supply or utilizing the water during non- supplied hours or when not approved will result in immediate forfeiture of garden privileges. 5. There will be signs the gardener can place in the plot to have other gardeners water your plot in case you are out of town. 6. Gardener is in charge of replacing hose when watering is complete. Note: Remember that there is a layer of clay below the organic growing medium which will significantly restrict applied water from draining into the gardens sub soil at a typical rate. This fact will lessen the amount of water that your garden lot and plantings will require. This amount will be approximately 1/3, meaning that garden lots and plantings will only require 2/3 of the amount of water that would normally be required in a typical residential garden setting. Gardeners are advised to test and adjust the amount of water required to keep plantings moist without over watering. Please note: Instructions subject to change at any time. Changes will be communicated to all gardeners. Gardener Lincoln Square Community Garden Date: Date: Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce 2611 W. Lawrence Avenue I Chicago I IL 160625 t. 773-728-3890 I f. 773-728-3890 w. LincolnSquareRavenswood.org I e. info@lincolnsquare.org 10 Steps to Starting a Community Garden - American Community Gard... https://communitygarden.org/resources/10-steps-to-starting-a-communit... attilifAN IN (HTTPS://COMMUNITYGARDEN.ORG/LOGIN/) BS1BE (HTTPS://COMMUNITYGARDEN.ORG/SUBSCRIBE/) AMERICAN COMMUNITY RESOURCES (HTTPS://COMMUNITYGARDEN.ORG/RESOURCES/) GARDENING ASSOCIATION (https:/ 10 Steps to Starting a Community Garden The following steps are adapted from the //American CommunityoUarden) Association's guidelines for launching a successful community garden in your neighborhood. CCOMMUNITY GARDEN MANAGEMENT (HTTPSI// 11.1916UNIZOIAG latiOCITE'GO Y/COMMUNITY-GARDEN-MANAGI EVENTS (HTTPS://C01 T�G�ytPlf66y3Ep1V) See also... > Miscellaneous Resources (https://communitygarden.org /resources/miscellaneous- Determine whether a garden is really needed and wanted, what kind it should be (vegetable, flower, both, organic?), whom it will involve and who benefits. Invite neighbors, tenants, community organizations, gardening and horticultural societies, building superintendents (if it is at an apartment building) —in other words, anyone who is likely to be interested. resources/) MISSION (HTTPS://COMMUNITYGARDEN.ORG/MISSION/) > Sample Garden Plot Registration (https://communitygarden.org /resources/sample-garden- plot-registration/) > Member Exclusive File Test (https://communitygarden.org /resources/member-exclusive- file-test/) MEMBERSHIP (HTTPS:/,(cCP\libi NAMEA WAinkO atF$i5HIP/) > Sample Evaluation Tools (https://communitygarden.org /resources/sample-evaluation- tools/) > Sample Garden Rules (https://communitygarden.org 2. Form a Planning Committee This group can be comprised of people who feel committed to the creation of the garden and have the time to devote to it, at least at this initial stage. Choose well -organized persons as garden coordinators Form committees to tackle specific tasks: funding and partnerships, youth 3. Identify All Your Resources Do a community asset assessment. What skills and resources already exist in the community that can aid in the garden's creation? Contact local municipal planners about possible sites, as well as horticultural societies /resources/samplgtgp q s/ /CO19k14k'izt.501MENZReWSUFKR'f/fd ffl*1l:SAIRIAIM'(t'RI1319 A -GARDEN/) community for people with experience in landscaping and gardening. In 1 of 3 5/11/2015 8:49 AM 10 Steps to Starting a Community Garden - American Community Gard... https://communitygarden.org/resources/10-steps-to-starting-a-communit... Toronto contact the Toronto Community Garden Network. 4. Approach A Sponsor Some gardens "self-support" through membership dues, but for many, a sponsor is essential for donations of tools, seeds or money. Churches, schools, private businesses or parks and recreation departments are all possible supporters. One garden raised money by selling "square inches" at $5 each to hundreds of sponsors. 5. Choose A Site Consider the amount of daily sunshine (vegetables need at least six hours a day), availability of water, and soil testing for possible pollutants. Find out who owns the land. Can the gardeners get a lease agreement for at least three years? Will public liability insurance be necessary? 6. Prepare And Develop The Site In most cases, the land will need considerable preparation for planting. Organize volunteer work crews to clean it, gather materials and decide on the design and plot arrangement. 7. Organize the Garden Members must decide how many plots are available and how they will be assigned. Allow space for storing tools, making compost and don't forget the pathways between plots! Plant flowers or shrubs around the garden's edges to promote good will with non -gardening neighbors, passersby and municipal authorities. 8. Plan for Children Consider creating a special garden just for kids —including them is essential. Children are not as interested in the size of the harvest but rather in the process of gardening. A separate area set aside for them allows them to explore the garden at their own speed. 9. Determine Rules and Put Them In Writing The gardeners themselves devise the best ground rules. We are more willing to comply with rules that we have had a hand in creating. Ground 2 of 3 5/11/2015 8:49 AM 10 Steps to Starting a Community Garden - American Community Gard... https://communitygarden.org/resources/10-steps-to-starting-a-communit... rules help gardeners to know what is expected of them. Think of it as a code of behavior. Some examples of issues that are best dealt with by agreed upon rules are: dues, how will the money be used? . How are plots assigned? Will gardeners share tools, meet regularly, handle basic maintenance? 10. Help Members Keep In Touch with Each Other Good communication ensures a strong community garden with active participation by all. 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MONARCH JOINT VENTUR� Partnering across the U.S. to conserve the monarch migration www.monarchjointventure.org Gardening for Monarchs: Creating habitat for monarch butterflies and other pollinators Habitat needs Good monarch habitat must meet the needs of all four monarch life stages, and ideally, multiple parts of the monarch migratory cycle. Female monarchs lay eggs on milkweed host plants because their caterpillars only eat milkweed leaves. Once the caterpillar is fully developed, it often leaves the host plant to find a safe place to pupate, or form its chrysalis. After the adult butterfly emerges, it uses its long straw -like mouth, or proboscis, to consume nectar from a variety of different flowering plants. Thus, monarchs need both milkweed and nectar plants during the breeding part of their annual migratory cycle. As they migrate, they need nectar plants to fuel their long flight. Because monarch -friendly gardens are usually focused on breeding and migrating, the information here targets milkweed and nectar plants. More information on overwintering habitat requirements for monarchs in the western U.S. can be found on our website. Increasing use of herbicides, habitat loss due to real estate and agricultural development, and climate change are all factors in a declining monarch population. However, conservation efforts can start in your backyard. Plant a butterfly garden, and provide a safe haven for monarch eggs and caterpillars, and help fuel adults during their migration! First steps Start by replacing a patch of lawn or bare ground, or simply add native plants to an existing garden. Planning and creating a butterfly garden is a great way to increase the amount of time you spend outdoors and connect with nature. Chose a sunny site for your garden. Butterflies need the sun's energy to warm up and most nectar and milkweed plants grow best in sunny spots. Adding flat rocks can help create basking zones for butterflies to regulate their temperature. 2. Include windbreaks. Butterflies prefer to feed in areas sheltered from wind. A fence, shrub, or a wall can serve as a windbreak, and can also be a good place for pupation. If your site does not have a wind break, consider planting a shrub. 3. Testing garden soil can determine whether the area is suitable for growing plants, or if it needs amendments. Sand, clay or wet soils may be difficult to plant in, and may require specialized techniques. 4. Prepare the soil by removing lawn or other plant cover, and raking the soil. Additional soil can be brought in as needed. 5. In difficult areas, or if space is limited, consider planting in containers. 1. The Importance of Monarch Conservation The monarch butterfly is a flagship species for conservation. As a national partnership organization, the Monarch Joint Venture utilizes the social and cultural presence of monarchs to promote conservation for more than just monarchs. With a tremendous geographic range and amazing migration, monarchs draw attention from all over North America. Many other pollinators benefit from monarch conservation efforts, as people throughout the entire breeding, migration, and overwintering range work to preserve and create habitat. Adding native milkweed to an area provides food for monarch caterpillars, and nectar for a diversity of other pollinators. Planting the habitat 1. Whenever possible, use native plants for your garden. Plants that are native to your area are hardy, suited to live in the region, and usually require less maintenance. The Pollinator Partnership's Eco-regional Planting Guides' can help you find a list of plants that are suitable to your area, and determine the time of year that they flower. 2. Find a nursery that sells native plants. You may find a native plant nursery in your area at the Plant Native website2 or by contacting your local Wild Ones chapter. Most nurseries provide a list of native plants that they have in stock. Choose plants that have not been treated with systemic pesticides, meant to deter insects, as these can affect pollinators, including monarchs, and their caterpillars. 3. Using potted plants or plant plugs (plants that have germinated and are ready for planting) may be the easiest choice for small garden areas. Seed mixes may also be used, and may be more cost-effective in larger areas. 4. Planting perennial plants will ensure that your garden comes up year after year. You can supplement these with annuals if needed, to add color once perennials are done blooming. 5. Choose a diverse array of plants that flower at different times to attract butterflies throughout the growing season. Plants that bloom early are critical for monarchs during the spring migration. Late blooming plants, such as goldenrod, many asters, and blazing stars, are critical during the monarch's long migration each fall. 6. If using potted plants, plan your garden and prepare the bed before purchasing plants. Group plants by color and type. Butterflies are attracted to large splashes of color in the landscape, especially red, orange, yellow and purple. Place short plants in front of tall ones. 7. Whenever possible, avoid hybrids and cultivars that are bred for their size, as they usually have less nectar in their flowers. 8. Include larval host plants. Monarchs need milkweed, so include species of milkweed native to your area. For a list of native milkweed, see the Monarch Joint Venture Milkweed Information Sheet'. Milkweeds are also a good source of nectar for butterflies and other pollinators. 9. Keep plants well -watered after purchase but prior to planting. 10. When you are ready to plant, dig a hole just large enough for the plug's roots. Use soil to cover the roots so that only the leaves and stem of the plant are above ground. Add straw or grass mulch around the plants to retain water in the soil and prevent weed growth. Water newly planted plugs. 11. If seed is used, prepare the area by removing lawn and invasive plants. Seed can be spread manually, or for MONARCH JOINT VENTURE INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS US Forest Service, Department of Agriculture larger areas, use a broadcaster to get an even spread. Frost seeding, or the application of seed in the late winter, when snow is starting to melt, may also help the seed settle into the soil. Add mulch to conserve moisture. Maintenance 1. Water plants until they are well established. Follow the vendor's directions on watering, and keep in mind that additional water may be needed during warm dry spells or if the plants appear to be drooping. Once established, native plants typically do not need additional water. 2. Butterfly requirements vary from site to site. Don't be surprised if a plant that is touted as being a butterfly magnet does not attract any butterflies to your garden. Watch your habitat over time and determine which flowering plants are most popular to butterflies in your area. 3. Weed by hand as needed. Avoid using herbicides and insecticides to rid your garden of unwanted plants and insects, as they may also be harmful to beneficial organisms. 4. Remember that host plants are meant to serve as food for caterpillars, so chewed leaves are a sign that they are doing their job! Additional features of a good butterfly habitat 1. Keep dead trees and wood piles to serve as winter shelters. While monarchs migrate in the fall, many other butterflies and pollinators may overwinter in the area and use these features as shelter. 2. Consider other wildlife friendly practices. Bird feeders and a heated bird bath can help resident birds in the winter months. Bee nesting boxes can help native bees overwinter. Having bare ground can help ground nesting pollinators find a spot for the winter. 3. Register your monarch habitat online with the Monarch Joint Venture as a "Sucess Story" to share with others! Resources: 1. Pollinator Partnership Eco-Regional Planting Guides - http://www.pollinator. org/guides.htm 2. Plant Native Website - http://wwwplantnative.org/ 3. 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CH JO s the U.S. to conserve the y onatcL migration www.monarchjointve Ait Planning your garden Form a team Include a variety of people who may be involved in the planning, installation, and maintenance of the garden, and keep them updated on your plans and progress. Your school principal or administration and head building engineer need to be supportive of and involved with your garden; other team members might include other teachers, parents, Master Gardeners, Master Naturalists, or a local naturalist. Student engagement at all levels of planning and implementation is also important. Identify space for your garden Finding just the right spot for your garden involves communication, consensus, and problem - solving. Utilize your team (especially the head groundskeeper) and/or students as you decide where to place the garden. Choose a spot that is easily accessible from classrooms, is in plain sight for public viewing, and is near a water source. Take into consideration available space and other resources that are needed to build and maintain a garden. You may choose to start with a garden as small as 10'x10. A larger or more ambitious team might plan a bigger garden. Remember that you can always start small and expand the site later. For a healthy garden, you'll want to choose a location that receives full sun for a good portion of the day. You should also test the type and quality of the soil to determine which plants will do well there and if amendments are needed. Utilize existing features, like a row of shrubs or a large sign as wind breaks when possible. Design your garden Remember that: • Monarchs need milkweed to survive, so make sure to include native milkweed (and other butterfly host plants). • All pollinators, including monarchs, need nectar throughout the growing season. Choose a wide variety of flowering plants so that there is something blooming during the spring, summer and fall; start with at least 2-3 native flowering species for each season. • Plan and map your garden. Use colors to designate different species and include spaces for other features, such as a bird bath, bench, sign, or walking path. Designing the map engages students, builds excitement about planting and using the garden, and comes in handy on garden planting day! %tercl:.from...4 ...tdlfr • lhalrrnnnYe [,� Pr.r.pllupn PotanelbwwJ Emhnvadewrna • Alaunhln Mra • Nlldlupin • m ,w ed O lunb4 bdfer •hosturd • Purple lam hnsa9 OMs hyssop 4. • Ceram, lhwer oy VOnss btu.. v Bone[ • Buhollym • Head. blaErp sot • .1 btllP.aer • fnmrnnnmlllneeJ • S., mllYweed ©iltuutb9m- • Group plants in small clusters (at least 3-5 plants) by species. Make sure to space the plants far enough apart so that they do not crowd each other when they're full grown. Also make sure that short plants are not covered up by tall ones. If your garden space is limited, you may also experiment with potted plants or raised beds. The Importance of Native Plants Native species provide a broad range of ecological benefits, including greater water retention, erosion reduction, and forage and shelter habitat for a wide variety of pollinators. Installing your garden Determine the best time for planting Planting can be done in either spring or fall. Spring planting should be done after the risk of frost has passed in areas with freezing winters. If you plant in the fall, perennial plugs or transplants should be planted when plants are not in bloom, temperatures have cooled, moisture is available, and before the ground freezes. Many seeds, including most native milkweeds, can be planted in the late fall or early winter (before the ground freezes). For species that need cold treatment to germinate the next spring, planting in fall or early winter allows this process to happen naturally. Obtain plants or seeds for planting Locate a native plant nursery on the Plant Native website (www plantnative.org) or by contacting your local Wild Ones chapter. It is critical that any plants you purchase have not been treated with insecticides. Develop a relationship with a local garden club or Master Gardener; in addition to providing gardening information and help, they may also have transplants that they would be willing to share. If you do not have funding, pursue small grant opportunities and ask local nurseries to donate plants. Work with your students to write a letter to send to nursery owners (usually in early fall) requesting plant donations. Plugs are small plants that are transplanted directly into the ground. Plugs are easier for students to handle, you don't have to worry about poor germination, and the garden will come to life more quickly. However, they are significantly more expensive than seeds. You can start seeds in your classroom under a grow light, and then transplant them into the garden when the time is right. Before you plant Schedule a day for planting the garden (and a back-up) that works well for your team. Assign duties, keeping in mind that students and adults need clear tasks and the right tools. Your garden size might limit the number of people who can help at once, so consider using multiple groups at various times throughout the day. Line up equipment needed for planting: rakes, wheelbarrows, old newspapers, hoes, gloves, and mulch. You'll want to cover the garden with 2-3 inches of mulch. Prepare the site Test garden soil to determine if the area is suitable for growing, or if it needs amendments. Sand, clay or wet soils may require -�� specialized techniques. STSERi.. \ An alternative to purchasing seed is to collect native seed fro nature if you know of a source and have permission from the 1 r.e MONARCH JOINT VENTURE INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS Photo credits: Wendy Caldwell and Teal ]ohannsen Prepare the soil by first removing lawn or other plant cover and then tilling or raking the soil. If the garden will replace lawn, you will need to kill and remove the sod before planting. This may require assistance from the school grounds crew, parents, or a landscaping company. Before digging, locate and avoid any underground wiring or tubing. If space is limited, consider planting in containers. Plant the garden If you're using plugs, spread old newspapers (avoid colored ink and glossy -type papers) on the ground where you have prepared the soil. Use mulch to help keep the newspaper in place. This will help temporarily keep weeds from growing in your garden, giving the plants adequate time to establish. After you've planted plugs, add straw or mulch to retain water in the soil and prevent weed growth. Water the newly planted plugs. If seed is used, following the planting instructions on the package(s). Water the entire garden thoroughly after planting is complete. As you plant, place signs or markers throughout the garden to identify the species you include. Markers will also help you remember where to look for new perennial plant growth in the spring. Maintaining your garden Water plants regularly for at least two weeks after planting. Additional water may be needed during warm, dry spells, or if the plants are drooping. Weed by hand as needed. Avoid using herbicides and insecticides to rid your garden of unwanted plants and insects. Create a plant identification book to teach people what plants look like when they first emerge so they only pull weedy invaders and not the plants you've put into the garden. Remember that host plants are meant to serve as food for caterpillars, so chewed leaves are a sign that they are doing their job. Continue to monitor the diversity of the plant community, and add plants where the original plantings did not thrive. Once the garden is established, split, transplant, or remove plants that get out of control. Leave dead plant material for wildlife during winter to provide food and shelter for many organisms. Clean up the garden in the spring as new growth starts to appear. Remember to compost! Create a weekly schedule to engage community members and families to help with weeding and watering during summer. Jodi Gallup From: robinreid@mchsi.com Sent: Friday, May 29, 2015 3:33 PM To: Jodi Gallup; Steve Scherer Subject: Comments from IB Residents re: Lakeshore Park & Boat Launch Jodi, Steve and fellow Commissioners (Jodi to forward to comply w/Open Mtg Law) - Here are the comments I reached from my Independence Beach neighbors. Steve, I'll respond to the people who commented on the boat launch and let them know that you guys fixed the ramp this spring. - RobinR OVERALL Cindy Hughes --- Within the last couple of years, other families (Dads) have cleared away a lot of the buckthorn around the dock area to make swimming a little more realistic. I have also noticed beautiful flowers are starting to grow Last year we even used it because it was a little more "user friendly". So when you look at our boat launch and dock, you'll have to let me know if it has grown back over the sandy beach. Most don't go there til the weather is hot and the families are in need of some cooling off. In the past we and others have removed broken glass/metal pieces and other garbage from in the sand so it is safer to walk barefoot in the water. I don't think there is anything that can be done about litterbugs, and there is a garbage can at the bathrooms. This is all I have noticed when using this area. It is so nice that the city cares. Stopped by during tour, didn't get name---- ...An outdoor workout area be added to the park similar to communities in southern California BOAT LAUNCH Roger Spiry --- We live at 3140 Cedar Av and have a 18.5' Ranger Boat on a Ranger trailer and are unable to use the boat dock at Lakeshore Park. The boat ramp needs to be revamped so that a gradual slope would replace the large hump just as you get to the water's edge. Currently I use the regular Baker Park boat ramp which is great but I would rather use the one made available to property owners in our development. I don't believe it would be a large expense to improve the boat launch however I also understand that ice pressure ridges have caused some problems. I can only guess but only smaller fishing boats and canoes are the only types that can currently use the launch. Mike August --- The launch ramp is in pretty good condition, however it is steep and the ramp to launch surface transition angle is too tight. It causes a typical trailer to bottom out when backing in and pulling out. I'm happy to provide a sketch and photo of the issue and proposed solution if that's helpful. The transition angle can be improved and relieved with a small amount of fill and concrete. The second suggestion would be to add a walking path with some step from the park to the lake front and dock. It would look very nice, and would help people walk to and from the waterfront. I've seen many people slip and stumble on the steep ramp. It gets sandy and wet and its tough for little children and our beloved elder neighbors. i Monique Donaldson --- The boat launch at Lakeshore Park is in need of repair. It's in very rough condition. You will lose your car if you try to get deep enough to launch your PWC or boat. PLAY AREA Carrie Willis --- A suggestion for the Lakeshore Park: Swing for younger toddlers. One like in Lorreto. Like a jumper seat swing. 2 2014 DIP: DEPARTMENT 2015 - 2019 Capital Improvement Plan 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Project Cost City Proposed Portion Project Cost City Proposed Portion Project Cost City Proposed Portion Project Cost City Proposed Portion Project Cost City Proposed Portion Project Cost City Proposed Portion Potential Revenue Source Generator (Foxberry or Ind Beach) $ 80,000 $ 80,000 Sewer Capital Improvement Sewer Pipe Cammera $ 12,000 $ 12,000 Sewer Capital Improvement Utility Truck $ 80,000 $ 40,000 Sewer Capital Improvement Vac & Jetter $ 30,000 $ 30,000 Equip fund-Sewer/Stormwater Extension - Others Assessments/Sewer Capital Gravity Sewer Replacement - Orono $ 60,000 $ 60,000 Sewer Capital Improvement-27.4 0 Tower Recon - Hamel Road West Sewer $ 46,500 $ 23,250 Sewer Capital Imp/Assess Tower Recon - Tower Dr Sewer $ 131,400 $ 65,700 Sewer Capital Imp/Assess Sewer Sub -total $ g0,000 $ 80,000 $ 219,900 $ 130,950 $ 140,000 $ 100,000 $ $ - $ Willow Dr. Water Quality (WQ) Improvements $ 20,000 $ 20,000 Road Bonds/ Assessments/ Storm Water Utility/ Grant Vac & Jetter $ 30,000 $ 30,000 Equip fund-Sewer/Stormwater Tower Recon - Tower Dr Storm Pond $ 350,000 $ 350,000 Storm Water Utility; Grants PW Facility WQ Improvements Elm Creek Watershed grants Loretto Wetland Restoration/Creation Storm Water Utility; Grants Lake Independence WQ Improvements $ 40,000 $ 14,000 $ 40,000 $ 14,000 $ 40,000 $ 14,000 Storm Water Utility; Grants Stream/Ditch restoration in MCWD area $ 55,000 $ 19,250 $ 55,000 $ 19,250 $ 55,000 $ 19,250 Storm Water Utility; Grants Wetland restoration in MCWD area $ 30,000 $ 10,500 $ 30,000 $ 10,500 $ 30,000 $ 10,500 Storm Water Utility; Grants ISTS Repair and Replacement $ 2,500 $ 875 $ 2,500 $ 875 $ 2,500 $ 875 Storm Water Utility Rain Garden Implementation Program $ 25,000 $ 8,750 $ 25,000 $ 8,750 $ 25,000 $ 8,750 SWU; Grants; Env. Fund Storm Water Sub -total $ 172,500 $ 73,375 $ 532,500 $ 433,375 $ 152,500 $ 53,375 $ Trails Tower Recon - Hamel Rd -Hunter to Pinto $ 100,000 $ 100,000 Developer/Park Dedication Fund Arrowhead Trail (without Land Acq) $ 150,000 $ 150,000 Park Dedication Fund/Grants General Landscaping -all parks $ 10,000 $ 10,000 $ 7,000 $ 7,000 $ 7,000 $ 7,000 $ 7,000 $ 7,000 $ 7,000 $ 7,000 $ 7,000 $ 7,000 Park Dedication Fund Small Equip/Improvements - all parks $ 40,000 $ 40,000 $ 20,000 $ 20,000 Park Dedication Fund Large Equipment Air Compressor(60% PW) $ 18,000 $ 7,200 Park Dedication Fund Pickup Truck 3/4 Ton (50% PW) $ 30,000 $ 15,000 Park Dedication Fund Hamel Legion Park _ Hawks Field/Parking Lot clean-up $ 60,000 $ 60,000 Park Dedication Fund Dugout Covers $ 20,000 $ - $ 20,000 $ - Grants/Donations Score Boards $ 20,000 $ - Grants/Donations Irrigation System -Ball Fields $ 15,000 $ 3,750 Park Dedication/Grants/Donations Trail Lights $ 3,000 $ 3,000 Park Dedication/Grants/Donations Holy Name Park _ Picnic Shelter $ 5,000 $ 5,000 Park Dedication Fund Hunter Lions Park Park Dedication Fund Bathrooms & Water Fountain $ 50,000 $ 12,500 Park Dedication Fund/Donations Playground Mats and Wood Chips $ 5,000 $ 5,000 Park Dedication Fund New Picnic Tables $ 4,000 $ 4,000 Park Dedication Fund Lakeshore Park _ Add Playground Features $ 8,000 $ 8,000 Park Dedication Fund Picnic tables and concrete pads $ 10,000 $ 10,000 Park Dedication Fund Horseshoe pits $ 2,000 $ 2,000 Park Dedication Fund Rainwater Nature Area Park Dedication Fund Bridge by New Trail $ 75,000 $ 75,000 Park Dedication Fund Maple Park _ Soccer Nets $ 3,000 $ 3,000 Park Dedication Fund Pavillion $ 20,000 $ 20,000 Park Dedication Fund Land Acquisitions - Parks/Open Space $ 250,000 $ 250,000 $ 250,000 $ 250,000 $ 250,000 $ 250,000 $ 250,000 $ 250,000 $ 250,000 $ 250,000 $ 250,000 $ 250.000 Park Dedication Fund/Grants Tomann Preserve - Park Development $ 20,000 $ 20,000 Park Dedication Fund The Park at Fields of Medina $ 350,000 $ 200,000 $ 20,000 $ 20,000 Park Dedication Fund Hockey Rink and lights (Location: TBD) $ 100.000 $ 100,000 Park Dedication Fund Parks Sub -total $ 650,000 $ 500,000 $ 630,000 $ 579,200 $ 542,000 $ 458,250 $ 377,000 $ 377,000 $ 257,000 $ 257,000 $ 257,000 $ 257,000 TOTAL: $ 2,861,488 $ 2,421,341 $ 4,942,976 $ 3,155,510 $ 1,840,793 $ 1,443,911 $ 953,086 $ 908,543 $ 7,674,597 $ 5,109,049 $ 428,000 $ 478,000 3 MEDINA Fund 225 PARK DEDICATION FUND GL Act G 225-10100Cash Account is Active Per Transaction Batch Name 2015 1 Rec 2015 1 Pay 2015 1 Pay 2015 2 Rec 2015 2 JE 2015 4 Pay 2015 4 Rec 2015 4 Rec 2015 4 Rec 2015 5 Pay 2015 5 Pay 2015 6 Pay 2015 6 Pay 2015 6 Pay 2015 6 Pay 27AP14 FEB Rec/Ck#' 04/07/15 PAY Re c/C k#042693'4/7/2015 15-APR-13 R 225-45202-34780 Park Dedi Rec/Ck#' 04/20/15 REC Rec/Ck#* 04/30/15 REC Rec/Ck#' 5/5/15 PAY E 225-45202-580 Capital Outla Re c/C k#042776"5/5/2015 5/5/15 PAY E 225-45218-303 Engineering Rec/C k#042807*5/5/2015 06/16/15 PAY E 225-45202-577 Hamel Legio Rec/C k#042930'6/ 16/2015 06/16/15 PAY E 225-45200-316 Contractual Rec/C k#042943'6/ 16/2015 06/16/15 PAY E 225-45218-580 Capital Outla Rec/Ck#042951 "6/16/2015 06/16/15 PAY E 225-45218-303 Engineering Rec/C k#042986*6/ 16/2015 Total GL Act G 225-10100Cash Fund 225 Grand Total 15-JAN-15 R 225-45202-34780 Park Dedi Rec/Ck#593992' 1/20/15 2015 E 225-45202-507 Trails Rec/Ck#042409' 1 /20/2015 1/20/15 2015 E 225-45202-507 Trails Rec/Ck#042409* 1 /20/2015 15-FEB-25 R 225-45202-34780 Park Dedi Rec/Ck#002556* G 225-10100 Cash CITY OF MEDINA General Ledger Audit Detail Brief Audit 2015-01 to 2015-15 Begin Year Debit $1,769,681.05 $285,091.41 Tran Dr $3,832.74 $0.00 $0.00 $2,000.00 $0.00 E 225-45218-303 Engineering $0.00 $23, 000.00 R 225-45202-34780 Park Dedi $136,258.67 R 225-45202-34780 Park Dedi $120,000.00 Credit $31,903.50 Tran Cr $0.00 $250.00 $250.00 $0.00 $1,416.50 $936.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $4,736.00 $0.00 $2,223.00 $0.00 $1,632.00 $0.00 $5,000.00 $0.00 $13,890.00 $0.00 $1,570.00 $285,091.41 $31,903.50 $285,091.41 $31,903.50 $285,091.41 $31,903.50 06/11/15 10:13 AM Page 1 Balance $2,022,868.96 Search Name Permit B-15004 - New Singl MN COMMISSIONER OF R PUBLIC USE DEED 14-118- MN COMMISSIONER OF R PUBLIC USE DEED 13-118- Permit B-15033 - New Singl WSB & ASSOCIATES INC FEBRUARY 2015 SERVICE Park Dedication LENNAR (US HOME CORP) Enclave 5th Park Dedication CUSTOM HOME BUILDERS Park Ded FLAGSHIP RECREATION L FIELDS OF MEDINA SOCC WSB & ASSOCIATES INC MARCH 2O15 ALLSTAR ELECTRIC CIP HAWKS PARKING LOT CONSTRUCTION SCIENCE CONCRETE - BLEACHER A FLAGSHIP RECREATION L BENCHES FOR FIELDS OF WSB & ASSOCIATES INC APRIL 2015 SERVICES In Balance Jodi Gallup From: Stacy <stacyschmidt@live.com> Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2015 3:07 PM To: Jodi Gallup Subject: RE: Hunter Lions park Hi Jodi, Thanks for responding to my email. We love the private quiet feel of Hunter park and have played volleyball there the last few years. If it is decided to change the volleyball court to a soccer field, it would be nice if a big sand box was put in. The shabby vollyball court currently doubles as a big sand box for a lot of kids! Thanks, Stacy Original message From: Jodi Gallup Date:05/21/2015 14:07 (GMT-06:00) To: stacyschmidt Subject: RE: Hunter Lions park Stacy, Thanks for your feedback on Hunter Lions Park. The Park Commission held their annual park tour last night and when we stopped at Hunter Lions Park, we did discuss the poor condition of the volleyball court. We wondered if there was even interest from residents to use the volleyball court or if we should pull it out and make it a kid's soccer field with soccer nets back there. We do have a volleyball court at Hamel Legion Park too. Please let me know your thoughts and I will pass them on to the Park Commission at our next meeting. Jodi Gallup City of Medina Assistant to City Administrator Direct: (763) 473-8850 • Fax: (763) 473-9359 jodi.gallup(a ci.medina.mn.us 2052 County Road 24 • Medina, MN • 55340 From: stacyschmidt [mailto:stacyschmidt@live.com] Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2015 12:38 PM To: Jodi Gallup Subject: Hunter Lions park Hello, I have a couple requests for Hunter Lions park. There are three big kid swings and only one baby swing, there are always fights over it! Anyway one of the big swings could be swapped out for another baby swing? Also wondering if more sand could be put down on the volleyball court to make it more pleasurable to play in. Thank you! Stacy Schmidt Medina resident i Jodi Gallup From: Sam Randolph <srandolph430@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, May 04, 2015 2:39 PM To: Jodi Gallup Subject: Re: Maple park Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged Thank you! And im sorry if I came off mean or harsh Sent from my iPhone > On May 4, 2015, at 9:10 AM, Jodi Gallup <Jodi.Gallup@ci.medina.mn.us> wrote: > Sam, > I forwarded your message on to our Public Works Director Steve Scherer to take a look at the ball field in Maple Park. The Medina Park Commission has looked at that park in the past and wondered if there was still an interest from the neighborhood in using the ball field because of its poor conditions or if we should just remove the backstop. It sounds to me that you and the neighbors are still interested in using it as a ball field. > Jodi Gallup I City of Medina I Assistant to City Administrator > Direct: (763) 473-8850 * Fax: (763) 473-9359 * [odiAallup@ci.medina.mn.us > 2052 County Road 24 * Medina, MN * 55340 > Original Message > From: Sam Randolph [mailto:srandolph430@gmail.com] > Sent: Sunday, May 03, 2015 7:01 PM > To: Jodi Gallup > Subject: Maple park > I live in the neighborhood. But the conditions of the ball field is a horrible mess. The grass has taken over the gravel we want it cleaned up or at least regraveled i I just had another thought on the snow maker at the top of the sliding hill... The hill is so heavily used that the top gets brown all of the time plus, believe it or not, I have had multiple cancelations for the rental of the Community Building because they can't slide if the hill doesn't have snow! We always seem to be cold in the winter, though. Thank you for your consideration in this matter, Suzie