Lake Elmo City Council — Transcript
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Limerick Village Concept Plan Review
2025 Parks Commission Work Plan Adoption
Schulin Park Construction Plan
Homestead Park Review and Maintenance
Votes (3)
Limerick Village Concept Plan - Second Review
Moved by Commissioner [0:05:54] · Seconded by Commissioner [0:06:07]
The discussion revolved around the revised park dedication proposal of 8 acres, a significant increase from the initial 2.42 acres. Commissioners inquired about the exact boundaries of the public park, its programming potential (e.g., soccer fields), parking implications, and the integration of private park areas. The consensus was that the added acreage made the plan more acceptable and met a critical need for park amenities in that city quadrant.
2025 Parks Commission Work Plan
Moved by Commissioner [0:08:55] · Seconded by Commissioner [0:09:05]
The discussion on the 2025 Parks Work Plan was brief, as the majority of deliberations had occurred in a previous meeting. Commissioners expressed appreciation for staff incorporating their feedback, particularly regarding trail connectivity to Sunfish Lake Park, park signage, and staffing for a park superintendent. The process of having multiple rounds for review was also highlighted as beneficial.
Schulin Park Construction
Moved by Commissioner [0:22:42] · Seconded by Commissioner [0:22:49]
Staff presented a detailed concept plan for Schulin Park, emphasizing the creation of nature trails, placement of benches, signage, and picnic tables. Key points of discussion included the challenges posed by steep terrain for trail construction, the classification of the park as a 'Nature Park,' the proximity of trails to private residences, and the significant concern regarding the lack of dedicated parking for visitors. Commissioners generally supported the plan for its unique lake views and addition to the park system, despite parking concerns.
Notable Quotes (7)
The applicant was originally proposing a 2.42 acre Park um and the commission requested a park closer to the 10 acre land dedication requirement.
this part of the city needs a park MH U like I said I appreciate the extra work that was done by the developer to figure this out even though they didn't think they could do it it looks like um a good plan so uh I generally support it because of mainly the need in that area to have a park yep
one of the changes was to explore Trail connectivity options to Sunfish Lake Park I put that under outline uh Park options with that new development as well so uh that was been included in there as we uh move forward in next year
I really like the process of having two rounds and and being able to uh have some discussion before we feel like we're having to yeah because this is clear you know when you have all those comments and we're trying to keep track of them all and all that kind of stuff so I agree with the chair as this is a this is a good approach and it looks like a good good work plan
again these trails are going to be just nature trails be mowed approximately two times per month um um some of these some of this areas in there is very steep um and so the trail does go along the backside of these properties
is this a community park or is this a neighborhood park do we do we know it's going to be more I I think we're going to have to categorize it more as Nature Park
I'm glad to see it back on the agenda and uh and the the plan again that the I I was excited to see the amount of trails that we think can go in there and I'm with Hank I that is a it's a unique Little Slice that overlooks the the lake and I think it'll be a good addition to the park system
Ordinances & Resolutions (5)
Guides the property zoning and identifies areas for park development and trail corridors.
Annual plan outlining strategic goals and projects for the Parks Commission.
Reference for staffing needs for a park superintendent.
Legal agreement affecting Homestead Park's land use and maintenance responsibilities.
City resolution adopted in 2015 influencing Homestead Park's development.