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PRC Commission Memorandum
To: PRC Commissioners
From: Chris Jenkins, Parks & Recreation Director
Date: January 5, 2018
Item: Glendale Heights Playground – Site Selection
Commission Action Requested:
Continue to investigate site options for a new playground to serve the Glendale Heights neighborhood.
Background Information:
At the October 4th, 2017 Parks & Recreation Commission meeting, Community Development Director, John Hinzman provided the commission with a development proposal for Glendale Heights
5th Addition and discussed park land dedication options. Ultimately, the Parks & Recreation Commission voted unanimously to accept cash in lieu of land for this development. Commission
also recommended to actively search for a suitable site for a future neighborhood park to serve the residents of the Glendale Heights Neighborhood.
At the October 16th, 2017 regular City Council meeting, the Glendale Heights 5th Addition site plan for an 89 unit apartment building was approved by City Council. As a part of this
approval, the park land dedication requirement was approved to be cash in lieu of land, in the amount of $97,900.00. Those funds will be collected prior to the release of the Final
Plat.
At the November 14th, 2017 Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting, staff provided 2 options for park sites on land currently owned by the City. The commission discussed these potential
sites and ultimately decided there was a need to visit the site for further evaluation. Commissioners Polehna and Pemble both visited the site and have provided feedback to the commission
that the sites are not desirable for a park site. Commissioners cited the distance from the neighborhood, the proximity to current industrial/commercial operations, and the topographical
challenges with the land.
Staff continue to look at options for a park site, and are requesting the Parks & Recreation Commission continue to provide guidance and recommendations for staff to investigate.
Financial Impact:
None
Council Committee Discussion:
None
Attachments:
Minutes of October 4th, 2017 PRC Meeting
Minutes of October 16th, 2017 City Council Meeting
Minutes of November 14th, 2017 PRC Meeting