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ITEM 3.5 Otsego Parks Plan_AppendicesCITY OF OTSEGO PARKS & " Recreation si RM �` -•' art`.- M R w R Yw i , A0PFNi,Pmw-,o- Appendix A: Park Maps_ A-1 Appendix B: Peer Community Comparisons + NRPA Metrics.B-1 ..................... Appendix C: Natural Resources Supplemental Information, ...... ......0-1 Appendix D: Community Engagement. D-1 H Otsego Parks + Recreation System Master Plan DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 APPENDIX A.0 Park Maps DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 Appendix iii This page intentionally left blank. A-1 Otsego Parks + Recreation System Master Plan DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 Map 1. Otsego Parks, Open Space, and Trails Map /- Norin Landing Park -�' Elk River ,\ f' Lily Pond i Park\ - Mississippi River-� _-- I Davis- —'-------------- ° Farm Park _.--.'.�Nashu Landln9 Riverwood National Golf Course 1 W ft > a x y � t I / a m j 85TH ST NE a J I W mz I a I W r_—_—_ --J 80TH ST NE l a I,\ Y \ Kaleidoscope \ Charter School 40 - Beaudry i - Meadows Park Kittredge Crossing I ® Park ------------- ` I 70TH STS_—_—_— I I I I I i W 'z � Carrick', u+ Landing aLehrke z Fields Otsego City - � Hall r Prairie ' Center Elk River Prairie Park I 85TH ST NE 1 ` Wilson Preserve 4 Prairie View 111 School Elementary 83RD ST NE W + ® Knoll Park & Middle I a ` Otsego Elementary School School a � a I • z W 75TH ST NE Jy� z W ' �I J Z z a W o o� �.–W Fields C �I . r th � Lefebvre i Northwood Creek �` Park a 70TH ST NE I Greenway I W Odean WMA I �` Zimmer z (MnDNR) z -1J Farm Park Q 65TH ST NE H Rice Lake uZ, WMA (MnDNR) 1 ' I ---------------------------------------------------- Parks & Open Space I\ I , City of Otsego Parkland Existing Trails St. Michael \ �Frankfort MRT (Mississippi River Trail) ark Wright County land \ � `13R ST NE - Mn DNR o % Dayton Other publicly -owned land I `i7 Privately -owned Recreation Area - ISD 728 Future Streams Neighborhood kk Open Water r I City Boundary North 0 0.5 1 Mile Hoge, DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 A-2 Map 2. Play Areas and Picnic Shelter Distribution Play Area Picnic Shelter/Area V] A-3 Appendices: Otsego Parks + Recreation System Master Plan DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 Map 3. Athletic Fields Distribution 14 J D 14 Soccer/Multi-use Field 41 Baseball/Softball DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 A-4 Map 4. Courts Distribution N 40 Tennis © Pickleball Volleyball Basketball A-5 Appendices: Otsego Parks + Recreation System Master Plan DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 Map S. Unique Recreation Facilities Distribution F1 Aftvh Splash Pad Archery Skate Park Sledding Hill ((� Dog Park Hockey/Skating Rink Boat Landing Fishing Platform DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 A-6 v 19 _, m 1 Map 7. Natural Resource Recommendations A sr 52 Key: ❑ This type of project would be managed, implemented, and maintained by the City of Otsego arks department. Development-relatedCity Policy or project ❑ This identifies a policy or a project that would be completed by the City, County, or a Developer as otmortunities arise. LI This type of proje7organizat7ion. by supporting or another agency o Ill 0 iire wooded for publicralarea COST WILL VARY BASED ON MARKET AND WILLING SELLERS. Mississippi River Islands scientific and Natural ($ S -,.\ Area _---- _ — ' ----- 19 ❑2 �. ❑ Nature trails through the park ❑ Consider area to the west of Davis Farm Park for future acquisition to provide more river access and expand potential program at Davis Farm Park COST EST.: $25K -100K 4 %❑ ❑ Acquire land adjacent • • ' to DNR land to create Existing city -owned land larger natural area ❑ Existing woodland and bank park for nature trails stabilization restoration ❑ Incorporate two projects neighborhood park ❑ Potential forest, river shoreland facilities adjacent to restoration, soft surface hiking natural area and mountain bike trails COST WILL VARY ❑ Connection to Crow River BASED ON MARKET Regional Trail AND WILLING ❑ Add ka ak canoe launch SELLERS. COST EST.: $ISOK-SOOK 101.. G, Significant Environmental Area Floodplain - foo year ® Wild & Scenic River District Streams r' ■ �� Open Water 38 © Q 0 ❑ Potential outdoor education program. ❑ Acquire land along ❑ Partner with DNR ❑ Ongoing partnership creek corridor and Wright County with Wright County as opportunities Conservation District to and Pheasants Forever arise to preserve promote practices and to provide natural for future develop projects that will habitat greenwa trail improve water quality in COST WILL ONGOING STAFF TIME VARY BASED ON MARKET AND WILLING SELLERS. North o 0.5 1 Mile 44 101 42 DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 A-8 Map & Park Access Gaps and Coverage r----,Norin Landing Some areas may fill in with more parks in the Otsego County Park ,r �s long term future as the provides a park facility city is developed to this area F Lily Pond Park Future parks will serve existing and future residential developments Kaleidoscope Charter School Kittredge Park A Park Service District boundaries/ Barriers to Park Access (major roads, waterbodies, etc.) Beaudry eadows Ir Park Prairie View Elementary School provides a park facility to this area. Prairie View Elementary & Middle School Farm Park Prai ' Park Nashua Otsego Wilson serve Knoll Park rera�� I jZimmer Farm Park I I L_ Areas within 1/2 mile of a park Areas within 114 mile of a park - City Park Otsego Park City Boundary North Each "district" created by park service area boundaries should ideally be served by at least one park Minor gaps in coverage will continue to exist as it is not feasible or practical to ensure all residences are within 1/2 mile of a park. Trails and sidewalks provide additional recreation facilities and access to neighborhood parks. Some areas are served by school facilities Northwood Park l I 1 I I i y r ' Fra fort Park 1 1 le lr+- v�f f ' 1 5 sr 1 A-9 Appendices: Otsego Perks + Pecreation System Master Plan DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 Map 9. Otsego Parks & Facilities Plan 52 Key: ❑ This type of project would be managed, implemented, and maintained by the City of Otsego arks department. Development-relatedCity. Policy or project ❑ This identifies a policy or a project that would be completed by the City, County, or a Developer as 0 ortunities arise. ❑ This type of project maybe completed by supporting or encouraging another agency or organization. N ❑ Encourage the park's use with recreational programming, such a kayak/canoe events, fishing clinics, and summer concerts. ❑ Add Paddle Port facility for kayak/ canoe rental with drop-off at Carrick's Landing(approx. 8 river miles or -2 hours kayaking) COST EST.: $SK -15K + ONGOING STAFF TIME 19 r2� U J Add more features to splash pad Indoor restroom near splash pad • Add on to Prairie Center with gym space • Expand and improve ballfields (add covered dugouts, concessions, more fields) Potentially purchase additional land to the south, primarily for athletic fields COST EST: $17SK-700K M'ssissippi-RiVer� ----------------- M - ----------_-- 0 U 7 Walk ng bridge will be constructed across stormwater pond Add non -motorized boat launch at north end of park 3 Add more native landscaping along the trail and stormwater pond Encourage river views with formalized overlooks and selective clearing along the river's edge Add benches, picnic areas, and lighting along the trail COST EST: $30SK-950K 101 19 ❑ Encourage Wright County Parks Dept. to improve facilities - ski trails, river access, boat launch 4 ❑ Potential to partner with Otsego Elementary to provide additional recreation opportunities : O O ❑ Maintain regular communication with ❑ City -owned land. field owner (VFW)in order to plan for Potential to build future fields in the potential scenario new off -leash dog that land ownership or use transitions park Non -location Soecific Recommendations COST EST: $SOK-100K 101 ❑ Determine the need and desire of the community for a community center with fitness center, indoor track, Future Parks meeting rooms, and potential indoor aquatic facility O Potentially ote tiallypartnerwithschooldistricttobuildajoint-use Potential Acquisition Y 42 ii,l r", ❑ Ensure financial feasibUity (potential referendum) COST EST: $SOK-100K NorthNeighborhood Park Access 0 0.5 t Mile ❑ Strive to provide a neighborhood park within 1/2 mile of _ every residence in Otsego DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 A-10 Map 10. Otsego Existing Trails A-11 85TH ST NE i------------------ I � I I I I I L ---------------J Appendices: Otsego Parks+ Recreation System Master Plan M'Ss'sS�ppi R�%j �\ 5� Ys AD a - t � 65TH ST NE 42 101 I MRT (Mississippi River Trail) \ \ f < / Existing Trails /. - - - Doig/ioio Trail Projects 1 / r --- L---------------------------------------------------- A-11 -- L---------------------------------------------------- 1 I 1 1 101 \ 1 -- I I I I I I I I I I �l North 0 0.5 1 Mile DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 Map 11. Otsego Trail Loops I I CO RD 39 I f 85TH ST NE W z W Q D: W J 0 a Y DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 19 0 I i IIS � W z W a Q D 2 N Q z 0 85 s' 38 Trail W z —'� � Q \ tn cc �\ �a \ 101 \ 1 90TH ST NE j U I I I I 4 - 65TH ST NE 101 -------------- --- — — — 1 .\ R Loops 1 mile 2t3.35 miles - 3.15 miles �' J 8 miles (to be complete in 2019) 4.25 miles (to be complete in 2019) \ North 0 0.5 t Mile A-12 Map 12. Trails Gap Analysis I I I I J r--------------- LL--------------- � Trail Gaps A-13 Appendices: Otsego Parks + Recreation System Master Plan 1 MRT (Mississippi River Trail) Existing Trails - - - 2019/2020 Trail Projects North 0 0.5 1 Mile DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 Map 13. Otsego Trail Network Plan r ❑ Acquire and preserve / trail corridors as opportunities arise. Work with developers to secure corridors for greenway trails through neighborhoods. l \�l I I I � , I O I I I I I I I I I I I I � L ------' ------- Key:• 0 ❑This type of project would be managed, implemented, and maintained by the City of Otsego ❑ ,Improve MRT experience ❑ Promote Mississippi arks department. with off-road paved trail River State Water City Policy or Development -related and improve seamless Trail with signage project trail connection into and information on ❑ This identifies a policy or a project Monticello the City's website that would be completed by the ❑ Partner with Wright ❑ Develop summer City, County, or a Developer as County on plan for Great recreation programs 0 ortunities arise. River Regional Trail that encourage lk designation its use ❑ This type of project maybe completed COST EST.: $10K -150K COST EST.: $SKASK by supporting of encouraging another agency or or anizatkon. ❑3 Improve City -owned property with trailhead facilities for Mississippi River Trail - parking, water, restrooms, signage, information about where to stop in Otsego for food, lodeine, etc. COST EST.: $SOK-7SOK 0 0 ❑ Improve boat launch with added amenities, such as signage, parking area, and more formal non - motorized boat landing ❑ Add accessibility ❑ Add siimaae from Hwv 39 COST EST.: $SOK-150K • 70 © O ❑ Partner with Three Rivers PORN Park District and Wright 0 Complete the trail along County to implement Labeaux Ave to create a trail safe walking and biking COST EST.: $10K -150K connection to Albertville COST EST.: $SOOK-750K I I I I 1 I I, l Paved Trails along roads and within developed areas Greenway Trails through natural corridors High Priority connections Low Priority connections 193 Existing/Planned Boat Launch Potential Boat Launch ------------1 0 . .., . k \ - .\ r \ ❑ Ensure safe bike and walk connections from existing and I / future residential areas to commercial and retail L - destinations I :OST VARIES BY SITE Promote Crow River ❑Complete the trail along State Water Trail with Parish Ave to create signage, information a safe walking and ❑Complete trail on the City's website, biking connection to connection between and summer recreation downtown Elk River SE neighborhoods programs that I business district. and City trail network encoura e its use COST EST.: $SOOK-750K COST EST.: $50OK-1.0M COST EST.: $SK -15K J DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 A-14 Map 14. Otsego Recreation and Marketing Recommendations ❑ This type ofproject may becompleted ONGOING STAFF TIME ONGOING STAFF TIME by supporting or encouraging North another agency or organization. 0 0.5 1 Mile A-15 Appendices: Otsego Parks + Recreation System Master Plan DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 v - _ xr% Prairie Park 8899 Nashua Ave NE Park Hours: Sunrise to Sunset Park Location Y' MAP KEY ' Park Boundary Play Area Splash Pad S' •? Soccer' 5 ,r ,a, cc Baseball :Otsego. -1 ., z ..� City Hull I ' s - Archeryri • Skate Park • ..� Sledding Hill -` r _ r Parking Lot IR 1 1 I& Picnic Shelter/Area . :: `"'• - - .�; .' • • Dog Park - Hockey/Skating Rink q0th St N Restrooms (Portable) c Picnic Grills h ggth St NE . �. Ir Prairie -.� - _- Center. �- 3 2 * t P% _ PARKSr Recreation Draft 12104118 :, R _ Feet DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 0 250 500 1,000 10 Beaudry Meadows Park 11313 77th St NE Park Hours: Sunrise to Sunset - MAP KEY r Z ` �.. s ` . �, ��th S _ ,. *�.- ` � ^Q►-�*-�� - I ' Park Boundary r Park Locationf A; _ m Q Parking Lot Picnic Shelter/Area f #Q Play Area �. r �. t 6th St Basketball ~• i '�,, ion � . �. , � - r � �� - � _ - 7 y Sledding HIII Restrooms (Portable) } 94 38 - �-� - ? Soccer/Playfields Picnic Grills rn CL a f. i • '. + � 4r z } 1. 4.y^'mow � ■ r � � 4L6 Q, AF ik r o 75th St NE - II • C " - ire �.*♦._ Ak1 _,'4 7 'r• ,'.-� ! _ �r �.Ti Y .. - .[-�,i` a i, PARKS W-*? Recreatio 75th St NE" aft 12104118 ` --� Feet A-1 Appendices: Otsego Parks + Recre ystem Maw t �` er; 4 125 25� DRAFT APRILd& 201 ■ fb�a � � Carrick's Landing 9950 Quantrelle rive Park Hours: Sunrise to Sunset Park Location { • I Ui mwasCY , ri loop ' s Draft 1 ?104/18 DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 ` 1 u _ago. • I. "l k-°, r'. .► y: ' MAP KEY ° ,' .�.. ;° Park Boundary Walking Path AIL 41r Restrooms (Portable) ,. ` Parking Lot s 1 9 � r•� t• , _ _•� .y "� ,SIRS AL ? e 1 0 , R t Cowboy Jack's > _ 1K Good Clean Fun • st Coal PARKS Recreation 4 •�1 Feet 250 500 A Davis Farm Park Preserve Park Hours: Sunrise to Sunset - HS0 globe Park Location , M -'--Draft 12/04/18 A-19 -' Appendices: Otsego Parks+ Recreation System Master Plan � a _ .may . ., s • �. I r r r r P°.t.a^^ r r.1►.r � � } r PARKS Rra,t1 DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 Frankfort Park 5500 Randolph Ave NE,fur f Park Hours: Sunrise to Sunset 56th St NE nrk- Location 101 -lei 94 38' 4w '00W � Vx, A, ith St NE low - cm V Draft 12/04/18 DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 WN, in 54th St NE 0 125 PARKS Recrea 250 tion Feet 500 AO / NAM-- f: � Kittredge Crossing Park 10400 71 st St N E Park Hours: Sunrise to Sunset N P 74th St NE ALIC. NE 71stSt DWt 121()4 .� 4j A-21 Ap did+ ybParks + RecreaCion System MasCer Plan F '. 0 W z V— A— I — Q MAP KEY Park Boundary Q Play Area Tennis Basketball , Parking Lot 8 Picnic Shelter/Area Restrooms (Portable) Horseshoes Q Pickleball Soccer/Playfields Picnic Grills cc PARKS � y Recreation Feet 125 250 DRAFT APRU885, 2 AN a or if Lefebvre Creek Greenway 15189 75th St. ; -• Park Hours: Sunrise to Sunset ,� y . �t MAP KEY r w r'� '� '�► f - ��� ` '74�... .," ; Park Boundary + ... W • ���� .. Park Location � - � �• •-- Walking Path Picnic Grills -'- • , �` - r .i ; i Picnic Shelter/Area Restrooms (Portable) Play Area 9 + 38 .f ! • � 75th St NE w ♦p�`� `� '� � i 4& Ir 'Ir ` 10 - C - 7S [ t W 41) ! y/+• r -cert-" " s#• T , 7 40 +, 1th 5t NE � 4 . 75th St NE ^ rt't rar — — r rC .•r,i- r r r; ®'+ _ I 1 75th Cir NE iz 75th st NE S e 1 •� t PARKS 74th St NE i r + ecreation - p.. • ' - > - - .. _ . — r- Y - — - v + '• ,may _ - ev 'Vjw _ t Draft 12104,118 .- - -�, �"iRAFTkPR15,m1y 0 250 500 1,000 Lily Pond Park 9990 101 st St NE Park Hours: Sunrise to Sunset Park Location Draft 12/04/18 A-23 Appendices: Otsego Parks + Recreation System Master Plan AiF -- � MAP KEY Park Boundary Play Area Tennis Basketball Parking Lot Picnic Shelter/Area Restrooms (Portable) -f- 04 X t Aft 7P 61. n AL tlo 250' DPA T MEL-lookL-1 W.z 46 A\/p NIP 141ssiss - 't)Pi Rivet. i 41 tk tj PARK 'o I' ■ Northwood Park ..i0 72nd St NE Park Hours: Sunrise to Sunset / r Park Location 09. " W j . R ■._:��� do t� INK- J MAP KEY .� Park Boundary Play Area 42 Basketball Baseball Parking Lot Picnic Shelter/Area " Pickleball Soccer/Playfields p Community Garden Picnic Grills Restrooms (Portable) 404 AL �. Sk - 72nd Ave NE r v PARKS • tr z 38 ,Recreation n �� , � � *�• ': .�I I 111Z- Feet A-25 Appendices: Ots o Parks 4,}- r-Vatlon System Master Plan NMI _ a 125 250 `DRAFJ APF5M15, 2 9)L.- Kn IIP Park 1 8� d r NE Schoolv a 5 t Park Hours: Sunrise to Sunset MAP KEY - 85th St NE 1 U Park Boundary Park Location Play Area Picnic Shelter/Area �� - �► ��.`" Basketball Ire Tennis ' 84th St NE ` � Parking Lot WNWlir Picnic Grills ,a, � �, - ,- �- �Ir-. � �'.�Restrooms (Portable) �r lows Nftft IL W Taj � _.. _.� r- _ c AY CL or Ui Ar ;41 "Mir 0 twe " 4,qw ar FF ra Y 'f 83rd St NE 2 � 1 ,- G ' � . ! p City of Otsegof PA R S f 1 Pump House ..�,Recreation s ©raft 1 18 TT J�' — r • Feet DRAFT ARIL 15 2019 cr ' 0 125 250 500 0 I k.-- -ZW Preserve 14675 87th Court Park Hours: Sunrise to Sunset 40 4 AL _ MAP KEY 88th St NE Park Boundary '. Park Location 1. ` " -5 a' , # Walking Path AIX 88th St NE . - _�_ ?�• .5i. "�" • _.'. �" (!� � r _ 1 _ , y r 40 101 t •= ■r 87 th St NE w z. -, d7 '44 L 3'a• * - + .r.r �'TZ ti'• W 87th St NE Z 'fP i VA v ' Y`+ Tst 87th St NE - *► i6. -4``•K" �: s �; 4 ` 1. �►9? sU1 ' F , c war If r'4 PARKSFL k 84th St NE Recread ! J+,d t W� { .r" w. : V'+Y r 4Y e'•yr� A^ r r__ ^. �` '�4 ion I � 85th St NE O raft 12/04/18'-- A-27 2104118A-27 Appendices: tsego Parks+ R pion Syste r��t*-Ran �;� 4 i• � � - w ► 4T M_ _M � RAFT t Imo• Zimmer Farm Park 6480 Mason Ave Park Hours: Sunrise to Sunset f: r ;;' r, , _ MAP KEY - 65th St NE Park Boundary Park Location +. - ,_ � ,,�. ., , ��•�tik Play Area Basketball ` Baseball Parking Lot -+: ` a 101 `'� • K �Picnic SheIt er A rea 17 — 4e Restrooms (Portable) � sa .� 38 ' _ , , Socce 1 l y fields �Tennis i ~ Picnic Grillsrn 4 pe — — Draft 121041 • .:�fC DRAFT APR 1 t� 1 PAWkS Recreation Feet 0 025 5b 0 This page intentionally left blank A-29 Appendices: Otsego Parks + Recreation System Master Plan DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 APPENDIX B.0 Peer Cumr-nunity Comparisons and NPPA Metrics Peer Community Comparison In order to compare Otsego to the parks and open space systems of peer communities, the system planning process surveyed the following Minnesota communities with similar suburban/exurban contexts, tax bases, and populations to Otsego: East Grand Forks, Elk River, Hermantown, Hugo, Lino Lakes, Monticello, Rogers, Rosemount, St. Michael, and Victoria. We looked at the number of facilities, parks department budget, and staffing levels. Table I. Peer Communities City 2016 Population 2017 Total Market Value 2017 Tax Capacity East Grand Forks 8,843 $599,694,329 $6,971,485 Elk River 24,368 $1,933,205,459 $23,135,213 Hermantown 9,507 $977,497,959 $12,826,526 Hugo 14,605 $1,470,858,552 $16,030,008 Lino Lakes 20,803 $1,843,486,874 $20,350,697 Monticello 13,409 $1,749,356,053 $28,315,551 Otsego 16,oig $1,372,667,244 $15,372,529 Rogers 12,539 $1,690,028,013 $22,820,944 Rosemount 23,559 $2,638,726,613 $31,946,130 St. Michael 17,174 $1,467,102,640 $15,594,219 Victoria 8,920 $1,214,635,000 $12,933,805 2017 Market Value and Tax Capacity document: https://www.Imc.org/media/document/1/2017composition. pdf?inline=true Source: https://www.Imc.org/page/1/property-tax-reports.jsp#proptxl7 MN State Demographer Population Source: https://mn.gov/admin/demography/data-by-topic/population-data/our- estimates/ DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 Peer Comparison + NRPA Metrics B-1 Table 2. Peer Community Comparison Summary Park Totals ............. I ................................. ............................... ...................... ................... .............................. ............................................................... .. . ......................................... ................................................................................. Number of parks . .. 13 ............................................................... .............................................................. 24 7 to 41 ............................................................. Total City Parks/parkland (in acres) 173 .................... ........... .......... 577 ........... ............. 173 to 1,388 ................................... Total non -City parks & open space acreage (State, Regional, Private with public access) 654 821.3 oto 2,188 ...................................................................................................................................................................... Total City and Non -City Parks & Open Space acreage . .. .. .. ... .. ... ... .. .. .. .. ... ... .. ... .. .. ... .. ... ... .. ... ... .. .... ... ... ... .. .. .. .. ... ... .. ....... .. ... ... ..s .............................................................. .............................................................. 827 ..............................................................:..............................................................:..............................................................: 1,332.6 .............................................................. 335 to 2,751 Total area of City (in acres) ,595 (-10,000 19veloped 20,448.7 4,091 to 28,045 . .. .. ... .. * . ... ... . ... ... .. .. .. ... ... ... . .. ... .. .. . ... ... ... ... ... ... .. ... .. dearea) ... .... ... ... .... ... . ... . .. .. .. ... ... . ... .... ... ....... ... ... . . ...... ....... ........ ..................................................... ....... . Percentage of City Area dedicated to parks and open space (Park 6%* 1% to 16% Acreage/ City Acreage)3%/8% ............. .................................................................... ...... ................ ..................... ...................... .......... ................ I ............ ............. Facilities (available/programmed for public use — owned or maintained by the City or under agreement with the City) ....................................... .............................................................................................................................. ......................... I ............................... .............................................................. ................................. ....................... Miles of sidewalk ...................................................................................................................................................................... 28.02 ............................................ ................. .............................................................. 36.3 9 to 81 ............................... ............................ Total Trail Miles (includes City + Park trails, not sidewalk) . .. .. .. ... ... ... ....... .. .. .. .... ... ...... .. .. .. ... ... .... .. .. .. ....... ... ... ... .. .. . . ................................ 25-56 ............................................ ................. .............................................................. 12.0 o to 61 ............................... ............................ Number of playgrounds . ... .. .. ... ... ... ... .. .. .. ....... ... ... .. .. .. .............................. ...................................... ............... .......... i 10 .............................................................. .............................................................. 13.0 3 to 22 .............................................................. Number of tennis courts . .. .. ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. .. .. .. ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ...................................................... .......... i 8 ................................... .......................... .............................................................. 5.4 2 to 12 .............................................................. Number of pickleball courts (includes shared courts, total) . .. .. ... .. ... ... ... .. ... ... ... ... ... ... .. .. .. .. .... .. .. ... . . . .. .. ... ... ... ... .. ...... ....................... .......... i; 3 ................................... .......................... ......................................................... 3.3 ... o to 6 . ... .... ... ... ... ... ... ... ........ ................. Number of outdoor basketball courts .. .. .. .. .. . . ... ... .. I ... ... ... ... ... . .. . . ... .. . . .. . .. ... . .. ... .. .. ... .................................. 8.55.9 ..................................................... ......................................................... ... 1 to 13 . ........ ... ... ... ... ... ... ............ ............. Number of outdoor ice rinks . ... .. .. ... ... ... ....... .. .. .. .. ... ... .. .. .. .. .................................................................. .......................... 1 . ... .... ... ....... ....... .. ... ... ....... ......... .............................................................. 2.5 1 to 5 .............................................................. Number of indoor ice rinks . .. .. ... .. ... ... ... .. ... ... .. . . .. .. .. .. ................................................................................................ 0 ........ ... ....... .. ... .. .... ... ................. .............................................................. 1.3 0 to 3 .............................................................. Number of sledding hills . .. .. ... .. . . ... ... .. .. ... ... . . .. .. .. .. ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. .. .. ... ... ... ... ................. 2 ... .... ... ....... .. ... .. .... ... ... ............. .............................................................. 1.4 0 to 5 .............................................................. Number of ballfields (total) ................................................................................................. .................................................................... .. 7 . ... .... ... ... .. .. ... ... .... ... ... .... .............................................................. 11.7 3 to 24 ............................................................ Number of soccer/lacrosse/football fields (total, multi -use) ...................................................................................................................................................................... 4 15 / 4 adult -size fields ..................................................... .............................................................. 10.0 3 to 26 ............................................ ................. Number of volleyball courts ....................................................................................................................................................................... 1 ........................................................................................................................................................................ 1.30 to 4 ................. Number and type of outdoor aquatic facilities (pools, water parks, 0.8 oto 2 splash pads, beaches) ...................................................................................................................................................................... .............................................................. .............................................................. .............................................................. Disc golf . .. .. ....... ... ... ....... ... ...... .... ... ... .............. ... ... .... ...... .. ....... ... ... .............. .. .................................. 0 .............................................................. ............................................................. o.6 0 to 1 ..... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ..................... Archery Range . .. .. ... ... ... ... .. ... ... .. ....... ... ... .. ... ... ... ... ... .. ... ... .. ....... ... ....... .. .. .. ....... ...... ... .. ....... .. 1 ............................................................. . ........ 0.0 ... ... ... ....................................... 0 to 1 .............................................................. Number of recreation centers o *Community Center 1.2 oto 3 ................................. ........... ............................... .................. ............... ............... .................. only rentable rooms .......................................... ............. ...................................... ............. Number of shelters ..................................... ................................................................ ........................................................ 4 11 *one reservable ........................................... .................. .............................................................. 9.1 2 to 21 .................................................... Number of permanent bathroom facilities ............... ­ ................................... " ................ ­ .................................... I ............... 11 ........................... I ....................................................... 0 .............................................................. 2.8 o to 8 .............. ...................... Staff and Budget . .. .. .. .. . ... ... . .. .. .......................................................................................................................................................................................... .............................................................. .............................................................. Full time Employees (Total) . .. .. ... ... .. ... ... ... .. .. ... ... ... ... .. .. .. .. ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. .. .. ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. 4 . ........ ... ... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... . ... 6.44 .... ... ... ... ... .. .. ... ... ... ... ... ... oto 17 . ... .... ... ... ... ... ... ........ ... ................. Part-time /Seasonal Employees (total) . .. .. .. ... ... ... ... .. .. .. .. ... ... ... ... .. .. ... ... ... ... .. ... .. .. ... ... ... ... ... .. .. .. ... ... .. ....... .. ... ... .. 15 . ....... ... ... ... .. ... .. .... .. ... ... .... ... . ... 3517 .... .. ... .. ... . .. .. .. ... .. 3 to 100 . ... ... .... ... ........ ... ............ ................. Annual Budget (total) .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... $615,039-00 $1,19o,o56.67 $364,003 to $1,941,074 *Both East Grand Forks and Victoria have a third or more of their city area dedicated to parks and open space due to the large Red River floodplain and Carver County Regional Park. These percentages were removed from the calculation. B-2 Otsego Parks + Recreation System Master Plan DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 NRPA Park Metrics The NRPA collects data from communities and park agencies around the country on a volunteer basis. Not all park agencies classify their data the same or have the same needs. Climate, culture, and other variables affect the number of park facilities and size of a park system. The following information offers one lens through which to view the state of Otsego's park system. Typically there is one park for every 2,114 residents and 10.1 acres of park land for every 1,00o residents when looking at the United States as a whole. The following data is based on collected information from agencies with populations under 20,000. Otsego is a fast growing community and will soon be categorized in the next grouping of communities, which ranges from 20,000 to 49,999 residents. Generally, Otsego has more or a similar amount of neighborhood type park facilities, and fewer community type park and athletic facilities based on population compared to national park agencies. Some elements that Otsego may be lacking when compared to other agencies nation-wide include: swimming pool, indoor recreation center, gym, fitness center, performance amphitheater, nature center, indoor ice rink, stadium, teen center, and an arena. Some of these components may be provided by private or school district facilities within Otsego or in an adjacent community. Compared to national averages, Otsego has a lower annual operating expenditure total than other similar sized communities. DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 Peer Comparison + NPPA Metrics B-3 Table 3. NRPA Metrics Comparison Summary (Existing) Population Base for Metric Number of Residents per Park Acres of park land per 1,000 residents Facilities (number of residents per facility) Playgrounds Basketball courts Diamond fields: Tee -ball Diamond fields: Baseball - youth Diamond fields: Softball - adult Diamond fields: softball - youth Diamond fields: baseball - adult Diamond fields: Combined Dog park Swimming pools (outdoor only) Community gardens Rectangular fields: Soccer field - adult Rectangular fields: Multi-purpose Rectangular fields: football field Rectangular fields: lacrosse field Rectangular fields: Cricket field Multipurpose synthetic field Overlay field Ice rink (outdoor only) Rectangular fields: Field hockey field Recreation centers Community centers Gyms Senior centers Fitness center Performance amphitheater Nature centers Ice rink - indoor € Stadiums [ Indoor track [ Teen centers [ Arena I Annual Operating Expenditures Operating Expenditures per Capita ...................................................................................................................................... B-4 Otsego Parks + Recreation System Master Plan DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 IOtsego Metri Population < 20,000 :.......................................................................:.......................................................................: 16,o19 (2o16 Estimate 1,318 ............................................................................................................................................. 1,144.2 14.67 (includes 62 ac. of lo.8o undeveloped Crow River shoreland) ................................................................................................................................................: 2,268 :.......................................................................:.......................................................................: 1,o68 3,598 ................................................................................................................................................: 1,686 6,800 :...............................................................................................................................................: - 3,250 .................................. ...................... ................:............... - ................................ ........................ : 5, 240 :.......................................................................:.......................................................................: - 5,262 ........ .... .... .... ............................ .... .... ............... - :....................................................................... € 7,219 .......................................................................:.....................................................I.................: - ....................................................................... 1,602 :....................................................................... 10,000 ....................................................................... 16,019 :....................................................................... 8,916 ....................................................................... - :....................................................................... 8,500 ....................................................................... 16,019 :....................................................................... 6,9oo :.................... .... .... .... ........ ............ ................ ...:........................................ 3,204 .................... ........... : 3,480 1,o68 7,500 - 6,500 ........................................................................:.......................................................................: - .... .... .... .... .... .... .... .... ........ ........ .... .... ............... 8,192 .............................................................................................................................................. :....................................................................... : - 5,750 .... .... .... .... .... .... ........................ .... .... ............... - :................................................................ .... ...: 8,500 .... .... .... .... .... ............................ .... .... ............... 16,o19 :....................................................................... : 12,581 ....................................................................... - ....................................................................... 9,489 .... .... .... .... .... .... .... .... ........ .... .... .... .... ............... - :................................................................ .... ...: 11,199 .................................................................. 16,019 :....................................................................... 7,500 ....................................................................... - :....................................................................... 14,000 16,o19 11,950 - 12,015 - 8,569 ................... ................................ ................. ...:....................................................................... - : 7,400 .... .... .... .... .... .... .... .... ................ .... .... ............... - :........... ................................ ............................ : 7,885 .... .... .... .... .... .... .... .... ................ .... .... ............... - :........... ................................ ............................ : 15,792 :....................................... ................................ - :................................................................. ......: 14,000 ....................................................................... - :....................................................................... 8,945 ....................................................................... - :....................................................................... $1,009,000 ....................................................................... $615,039 s....................................................................... $93.17$37.04 ...................................................................................:....................................................................... € B-4 Otsego Parks + Recreation System Master Plan DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 Table 4. NRPA Metrics Comparison Summary (Future) NUM wr� Otsego Metric lAdditional Need Population Base for Metric Population 20,000- 28,000 (2o3q 50,000 ........................................................... Projection ............................................................:......................................................................... ..... ....... ........ .... ........... ..... ... .... ........... ........ .... : [ Number of Parks1,849 ' Otsego will add 7 new parks € .......................................................................................................................:................................................................................................................................................€ 1,333.33 I to have 21 parks Acres of park land per 1,000 Each new park will average residents 9.6 10.89 10 acres to add 7o acres of park land to the system ............. .,..... ,., ..._ Facility Playgrounds3 ' Otsego will add 7 new 010 1 107 ............ ....... .... ..................................... Playgrounds :.................................................................... ........... ........... .... ....... ........ .... .... .... ....... .... ............ : Basketball courts No new basketball courts € 7 000 .......................... ................................................ 1 748 ............. ..................................:........... are planned. .................... .......................................... ..................... ................................................. Diamond fields: Baseball - youth 5,572 - :.... ... ......... ...... ... :Otsego will likely add ........... € Diamond fields: Softball - adult 10,493 - s............................................................ :diamond fields to meet the € Diamond fields: softball - youth 8 300 _ d...................................... errand by associations. ............................. The school district may......................................................................€ Diamond fields: baseball - adult 19,283 - € add more diamond fields € Diamond fields: Combined ....................................................................................................................... ........................................................... ............................................................ ......................................................................€ as well. :..... ..... .... .... ..... ........ ......... .... ................. .... ..... .... :...................................................................... : Dog park 27,776 14,000 € A 2nd dog park will be ..... .... ..... ........ .... .... ..... .... ........ .... ..... .... :............................................................ added. :..... ...................... .... .... ........ ..... .... ..... .... ......... .... ..... ............... .... ........... .... .... .... ....................... : Swimming pools (outdoor only) € Otsego should consider adding one outdoor 25,613 - swimming pool to match the median of 1 pool per ..... ......... ........ .......................... ...........;.... ........ ...................................... ..........:.............................. 25,613 residents. ............................................ .............................................................. ........: Community gardens 25,525 ........................................................... 28,000 .................. .......................................... :..... ......... .... .... ............. ..... .... ........ ......... ......... .... ................ .... .... ........... .... .... .... ....................... ; Rectangular fields: Soccer field - 9,182 5,600 5 adult-size fields remain adult ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................€ € Rectangular fields: Multi-purpose :.................................. 7,490 ......................... 1,866 .......................... .......................... ....................................................................................................................................................... Rectangular fields: football field 16,765 Rectangular fields: lacrosse field 16,133 - ......................... . These field needs may be met by a new school district Rectangular fields: Cricket field 29,996- facility with multi-purpose athletic fields. Multipurpose synthetic field 22,250 - overlay field 7,164 .............................. .............................. ............................................................. ................................................................................................................................................. Ice rink (outdoor only) 20,713 ........................................................... 28,000 ..................................................................................................................................... ..... .... .................. ....................... .................... : [ Rectangular fields: Field hockey 16,167 - field .................. ......................... ................. ...................................... ............... ........:.............................. ............................................ ......................................................................: Source: www.nrpa.org DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 Peer Comparison + NRPA Metrics B-5 N RPA Performance Review: Agency Funding On average, park and recreation agencies derive three-fifths of their operating expenditures from general fund tax support, although the percentage of funding from general fund tax support tends to be lower at agencies with larger operating budgets. The next biggest source of revenue for most agencies is earned/generated revenues, responsible for an average of 25 percent of operating expenditures. When it comes to annual revenue, agencies typically generate $19.36 for each resident living in the jurisdiction it serves and recovers 28 percent of its operating expenditures from non -tax revenues. The amount of cost recovery differs greatly from agency to agency based on the agency's portfolio of facilities and programming, the demographics of the populace served, agency mission and possible revenue mandates from the agency's governing jurisdictions. Beyond day-to-day operations, park and recreation agencies have a median of $3,075,88o in capital expenditures budgeted over the next five years. Not at all surprising is that the larger the agency, the larger the size of the five-year capital budget. On average, just over half of the capital budget is designated for renovation, while 31 percent is geared toward new development. Source: www.nrpa.org B-6 Otsego Parks + Recreation System Master Plan DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 Table 5. NRPA Metrics: Agency Funding DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 Peer Comparison + NRPA Metrics B-7 National National Future Needs Metric Otsego Metric (2030 projected (population (2016) (population population: <20,000) 20K -50K) 28,000) Annual Operating Expenditures $1,009,000 $615,039.00 $2,626,000 Operating Expenditures per Capita $93.17 $37.04 $86.6o Increase annual funding by $1-2million Operating Expenditures per Park and Non -Park $7,333.00 $3,55514 $7,671.00 Site Operating Expenditures per FTE (full time $92,583.00 $99,047.00 equivalent) Distribution Personnel Services 52% of Operating Expenditures Operating Expenses 40% m Capital Expense not CIP 6% Other 2% Operating Parks 39% X Expenditures Dedicated to Recreation 46% X Either Parks or Other Recreation 14% Sources of General Fund Tax Support 59% X 62% Operating Expenditures Earned/Generated Consider additional Revenue 27% 25% programs to add revenue to the system Dedicated Levies 7% X 6% Other Dedicated Taxes 3% 2% � Other 2%° 3 /° ° Grants 2% 2% Utilize grants to support the system LL Sponsorships 1% 1% U Park and Recreation $21.23 $24.36 i Revenues per Capita Q Revenue as a Percentage 30% 30% of Operating Expenditures 5 -Year Capital Spending $650,000 $3,000,000.00 Targets for Capital Renovation 58% 50% Expenditures New Development 24% 38% Other 12% 8% Acquisition 7% 5% DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 Peer Comparison + NRPA Metrics B-7 Summary of Comparison Needs ► In order to match the national median for communities of under 20,000, Otsego will need to complete development of the 62 acres of future park land along the Crow River. ► In terms of facilities, Otsego should consider adding community facilities, such as an outdoor ice rink, an outdoor swimming pool, a recreation center, a nature center, an amphitheater or performance space, and a fitness center, within the system. Other facilities match the median for communities under 20,000 residents. ► In order to meet future (2030) needs and match the national median for communities between 20,000 and 50,000 residents, Otsego should consider adding athletic fields, which may be met by joint School District facilities. ► By the time Otsego is fully developed, the City should have approximately 672 acres of developed park land to meet the needs of 60,00o to 70,000 residents. B-8 Otsego Parks + Recreation System Master Plan DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 APPENDIX C.0 Natural Pesou, Supplemental Information The following text supplements the Existing Conditions of the Natural Resources Plan in Chapter 3: System Plan. Public Waters Inventory (PWI) Public waters are all waterbasins and watercourses that meet the criteria set forth in Minnesota Statutes, Section 103G.005 , subd. 15 that are identified on Public Water Inventory maps authorized by Minnesota Statutes, Section 103G.201. Public waters wetlands include all type 3, type 4, and type 5 wetlands (as defined in U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Circular No. 39, 1971 edition) that are 10 acres or more in size in unincorporated areas or 2.5 acres or more in size in incorporated areas (see: Minnesota Statutes Section 103G.005 , subd.17b, Wetland Type). Currently, DNR Waters utilizes scanned mylar county -scale maps printed on paper to show the general location of the public waters and public waters wetlands (lakes, wetlands, and watercourses) under its regulatory jurisdiction. These maps are commonly known as Public Waters Inventory (PWI) maps. The regulatory "boundary" of these waters and wetlands is called the ordinary high water level (OHWL). Water courses and Water bodies: creeks, streams, ditches, lakes, and wetlands Several unnamed creeks, lakes, and wetlands exist throughout Otsego. Many of these water bodies are regulated by the DNR and their shoreland areas have been designated for permanent buffers by the recently instituted Minnesota Buffer Law. Minnesota Buffers Minnesota's buffer law establishes new perennial vegetation buffers of up to 50 feet along rivers, streams and ditches that will help filter out phosphorus, nitrogen and sediment. The law provides flexibility and financial support for landowners to install and maintain buffers. The DNR's role in Minnesota's buffer law is to produce and maintain a map of public waters and public ditch systems that require permanent vegetation buffers. The DNR released the buffer protection map in July 2016. The map is helping to guide the implementation of Minnesota's buffer law by landowners, with the help of the Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR), Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs), Drainage Authorities and other local governments. These data represent public waters and public ditches that require permanent vegetation buffers or alternative DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 Natural Resources Information C-1 riparian water quality practices. The buffer map data comprise two geographical feature classes: one linear feature class for watercourses and one polygonal feature class for lakes, reservoirs and wetlands. The attribute for the buffer width requirement is derived from three different classification attributes: (1) the Minnesota DNR's Public Waters Inventory classification, (2) the DNR assigned shoreland classification, and (3) public open drainage system data (also referred to as open ditches) established under Minnesota Statute (M.S.) 103E and provided by local drainage authorities. The DNR Commissioner has validated the authenticity of this map for purposes described in M.S. 10317.48. Public waters are all lakes, wetlands and watercourses that meet the criteria set forth in M.S. 103G.005, subd. 15 and are designated on public waters inventory maps. Public water wetlands without DNR shoreland classifications are excluded from the buffer map. The DNR coordinated with counties and watershed districts to identify public ditches that require a buffer. The buffer protection map helps landowners identify buffer protection requirements, under Minnesota's Buffer Law. Public ditches require a 16.5 -foot buffer and public waters require a 50 -foot average buffer; public ditches that are also public watercourses require a 16.5 - foot buffer unless the DNR assigned a specific shoreland classification, in which case a 50 -foot average buffer is required. Local ordinances may require wider buffers. This map displays minimum standards and is not intended to affect existing local controls that are more restrictive than these requirements. Furthermore, the buffer map does not depict "other waters" to be addressed by local water plans and does not identify locations where local Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs) have selected an alternate water quality practice. Floodplain Areas along the Mississippi and Crow Rivers have been identified as floodplain. These areas are designated by FEMA and regulated by the DNR and Wright County. Under state law, the floodplain is the land adjoining lakes and rivers that is covered by the "loo -year" or "regional" flood. This flood is considered to be a flood that has a 1 percent chance of occurring in any given year. Floods of this magnitude occurred throughout the state in 1965, 1969, 1997 and 20o1, and in various parts of the state in 1972,1975,1978,1979,198'7 and 1993• It is possible to estimate the magnitude of such a flood along those rivers where long-term flood records have been kept. Local communities are required by state law to adopt technical data in their floodplain zoning ordinances. The natural floodplain affects storm runoff, water quality, vegetative diversity, wildlife habitat, and aesthetic qualities of our rivers and lakes. Any alteration of the floodplain should be carefully evaluated. C-2 Otsego Parks + Recreation System Master Plan DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 APPENDIX D.0 Community Engagement This Appendix includes: 1 Key Findings from Community Engagement / Community Engagement Summary 1 Detailed Results of online survey (Survey Monkey) The Key Findings represent the major issues and opportunities that emerged from the Needs Assessment process. The Key Findings were developed by considering past planning, community input, staff input, and Park Commission input. The Findings are organized into six categories that will help translate them into recommendations for the system. Potential recommendations are listed under each Key Finding—these are ideas that were suggested by staff, stakeholders, community members, Park Commissioners, past planning documents, or consultants; these recommendations are the basis for the system plan actions and strategies. General A. Otsego lacks a unifying identity — residents identify with adjacent communities more than Otsego. ► Potential recommendations: Unique parks, recreation facilities, and events may provide a sense of community identity. The Mississippi and Crow Rivers offer opportunities to brand Otsego as a river -oriented recreation community. Several creeks, streams, and wetlands provide natural corridors that may be used to develop a unique greenway system throughout the community. ► Potential recommendation: A future high school in Otsego maybe a facility that can help to provide a sense of community. B. Awareness, promotion, and advertising are sometimes lacking for parks and recreation programs for the City and Community Education. The School District is geographically large and encompasses four cities — difficult to spread the word. ► Potential recommendation: Maintain communication with residents and the School District staff. Ensure multiple communication and promotion methods are used (email, social media, news releases, signage and wayfinding C. The City and the School District are both growing very quickly ► Potential recommendation: Stay ahead of growth and development with smart planning for future facilities and programs. Parks A. Some existing neighborhoods are not served by neighborhood parks within a 1/2 mile walk radius. ► Potential recommendation: Continue to build planned neighborhood parks and trails to provide access to existing and future residences. ► Potential recommendation: Establish park districts throughout the City that provide a framework for neighborhood park locations and access areas. B. The softball and baseball associations struggle to find available fields for practices and games. ► Potential recommendation: Build a tournament -level complex for baseball/softball (4-6 fields in one location with associated amenities, such as parking, concessions, permanent restrooms, covered dugouts Consider Prairie Park ballfield expansion or another site, potentially in coordination with future school facilities. C. ISD 728 constantly hears about a lack of field space for soccer and lacrosse. ► Potential recommendation: Improve communication about existing rectangular fields. Ensure open space is maximized and used efficiently to provide the most fields possible. A Aging residents are staying active, and engaging in trail activities, senior programming, and pickleball. ► Potential recommendation: Build three new dedicated pickleball courts at Prairie Park. E. A large majority of park survey participants rated the overall quality of recreational opportunities in Otsego as D-2 Otsego Parks + Recreation System Master Plan DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 Excellent or Good. ► Potential recommendation: Utilize asset management and a maintenance and replacement schedule to ensure new facilities are maintained in the long term. F. Public wifi in parks and other technological advances are desired by residents. ► Potential recommendation: Add wifi in Prairie Park as a pilot project. G. The splash pad in Prairie Park is very popular - improvements and additional amenities are desired. ► Potential recommendation: Add above ground features to the splash pad. Add permanent restroom/changing rooms near the splash pad. H. The existing dog park is very popular, and there is desire/need for a second dog park. ► Potential recommendation: Build another dog park on City property in the SE area of the City. Community Facilities A. Community members would like more programs and indoor facilities for winter recreation. ► Potential recommendation: Undertake a Feasibility Study to look at potential components, costs, and locations for a future community/recreation center. Consider a community recreation center with a gym, fitness space, and indoor pool. ► Potential recommendation: The City could look to partner with ISD 728 on building a future joint -use facility for outdoor athletics and indoor recreation (gym (space. (i.e. St. Michael s facility ► Potential recommendation: Indoor aquatics could be an amenity that is shared between ISD 728 and City. B. Adjacent communities are considering new recreation facilities to serve existing residents' desires. ► Potential recommendation: A future Community Center Feasibility Study should evaluate what adjacent communities are considering and building for their facilities. These facilities may complement or compete with an Otsego facility. Recreation Programming A. There is currently a lack of field space in the City and throughout the School District for several athletic programs, most notably baseball/softball. ► Potential recommendation: The City and Comm. Ed. Should continue the ongoing process to coordinate field scheduling. B. There is a lack of indoor space for recreation programs in the City and throughout the School District. The City would like to host more indoor recreation programs, but does not have the space. ► Potential recommendation: Consider constructing an indoor gym for youth athletics and adult fitness classes. C. There is a desire for more adult fitness and group recreation programming. ► Potential recommendation: Consider future recreation programs in partnership with Community Education, private organizations, and/or other Cities - outdoor fitness, yoga. D. Residents desire more programs, but it is difficult to find qualified staff to lead programs. ► Potential recommendation: Work with the School District/Community Education to find qualified program leaders and enlist volunteers and active residents to lead programs. DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 Community Engagement D-3 Natural Areas + Open Space A. Residents desire more natural areas for recreation, such as hiking, nature exploration, and adventure recreation. ► Potential recommendation: The City should explore acquisition of large tracts of natural areas, such as woodlands, natural corridors, waterways, and river access points. B. Natural trail corridors and greenways are desired in addition to on -road trails. ► Potential recommendation: Identify natural corridors that should be acquired or preserved prior to future development. Corridors may be used for trail development and/or park facilities. C. River access for fishing and boating is desired. ► Potential improvements: Add formal launches/landings at existing parks (Norin, Nashua, and Carrick s Landing Add rentable equipment for residents to use at Norin and Carrick s. Partner with the County to add a landing and associated amenities at Otsego County Park. D. Several significant natural resources, such as the Mississippi and Crow Rivers, and the WMAs, and potentially high quality natural areas (creeks, streams, lakes, wetlands, and woodlands) exist within undeveloped areas in the City of Otsego. ► Potential recommendation: Identify areas that the City owns or has access to currently, and promote these areas or make them accessible for more passive outdoor recreation opportunities. ► Potential recommendation: Identify natural areas for potential acquisition. Trails and Connections A. Trails are among the most popular and most desired facilities in the community. ► Potential recommendation: Provide a connected network of off-road trails and safe crossings of busy roadways. B. The MRT travels through Otsego on the shoulders of Hwy 39 and 42. The existing facility is not a safe or pleasant experience. ► Potential recommendation: Prioritize construction of paved trails along Hwy 39 and 42. C. Active trail users would like more loop trails in the City. ► Potential recommendation: Construct planned off-road trails to create loops of varying distances (i.e. i9 to Soth to Maciver to 38 Identify and map trail loops of various lengths within the system. D. Trail connections are missing from isolated developments in the City to the rest of the trail network. ► Potential recommendation: Identify a trail corridor from the SE area of the City to the developed central area. E. Trail connections are desired to adjacent communities. ► Potential recommendation: Build trails to Elk River, Monticello, Albertville, Dayton, and St. Michael along road corridors. F. Access and wayfinding is desired. ► Potential recommendation: Identify locations for wayfinding signs and trail maps / kiosks throughout the City s trail system. Create an easily accessible and legible trail map on the City s website. Identify loops of various distances and sign them with mile markers. D-4 Otsego Parks + Recreation System Master Plan DRAFT APRIL 15, 2019 Web Survey The web survey was launched July 23rd and closed September 17th, 2018, with a total of 572 participants. The survey consisted of 18 total questions, with variation in question types (multiple choice, ranking, open ended). Some questions regarding the demographics of the participants were also asked.The following is a summary of the responses gathered through this survey. Parks and Facilities Most visited park: Prairie Park Splash Pad - 2nd: Prairie Park Baseball - 3rd: City Trails All Parks and facilities were generally rated good or excellent for quality and maintenance Suggestions: - More baseball fields, irrigated - More greenways/trails (off-road) and trail connections Neighborhood Parks should include (most popular responses): - Play equipment (92%) - Parking lot (77%) - Lighting (76%) - Paved Loop Trail (69%) - Natural Play Areas (66%) - Open Field/Grass Lawn (63%) Other Neighborhood Park suggestions: - Splash pad/wading pools - Restroom and drinking fountain facilities - Picnic shelters/shade/benches - Ice skating rink OTSEGO PARKS & RECREATION SYSTEM MASTER PLAN COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SUMMARY 1 2 Web Survey (Continued) Priorities/Funding 43% of survey participants would prefer to increase amenities at a centralized community park - 36916 would prefer a combination - 22% would prefer adding multiple neighborhood parks Approximately half (49-51 %) of survey participants would be willing to pay (through tax increase or user fees) for upgraded facilities or acquisition of land for new parks. - 31916 would be in favor of increased taxes or user fees for acquiring land for natural areas Welcome! i he city of Otsego is beginning a planning process to create a Parks and Recreation System Master Plan. The process will last approximately nine months and will determine a vision and a path forward for future parks and recreation investments. °lease take five to ten mites to provide input on what you want to see in the future in the Otsego parks and recreation system. Are you an Otsego resident or visitor? 0 Resident 0 Visitor Q Other (please specify) Snapshot of web survey, as viewed on a mobile device OTSEGO PARKS & RECREATION SYSTEM MASTER PLAN New Facilities Interest in new facilities (most popular responses): - Nature trails (55916) - River access (51 Wo) - Canoe/kayak equipment rental (459vo) - Greenway trails and connected corridors (44916) - Natural play equipment (44916) Other suggestions: - Baseball/softball fields - Ice rinks - Splash pad/pool/wading pool - Trail network/safer trails Recreation / Communication Most popular Parks and Recreation programs/events: - Otsego Prairie Festival - Entertainment in the Park - Easter Day - Touch -a -Truck - Santa Day - T -ball - Pumpkin Patch - Theater in the Park Large majority of participants rated the overall quality of recreational opportunities in Otsego as Excellent or Good Other improvements/additions suggestions: - Pool - Ice rink/arena - Baseball/softball fields (youth -sized) - More/better trail connections - Splash pad - Restrooms/amenities (benches, shade, water fountains, lighting) - Community center Participants seem to get info on Parks and Recreation about equally through facebook/social media, recreation newsletter and the city website. Other means include word-of-mouth or friends - The majority of participants think that the existing Parks and Recreation communication system is moderately effective (53%) Social Pinpoint A map -based survey tool, called Social Pinpoint, was launched incoordination with the web survey. The Social Pinpoint site allowed users to drag color -coded markers on a map to indicate components of the existing park system that are liked, need work, and where things are missing. Trail gaps and other general comments were also markers available. Social Pinpoint users can view the comments made by others, and'like'or'dislike'these comments. Users can also upload photos to further demonstrate ideas. Demographic data is not collected as part of this tool. The Social Pinpoint website for Otsego Parks and Recreation System Master Plan was open concurrent with the web survey (July 23rd to September 17th), and there were 329 unique site visitors who provided 82 comments. The following is a summary of the comments collected. Popular Comments "We love the splash pad, but a permanent bathroom & changing house would be so helpful with little ones. Porta potties are not a toddler's friend! (8 likes) "Kids in this neighborhood [Frankfort Park Area] are not yet able to access other parts of the city as there is not a safe way to cross the river. Would love to see a better system of bike trails that allow this neighborhood to connect with other parts of the city." (6 likes) Snapshot of Social Pinpoint website for Otsego "Would love to see more trails connecting here [Maciver Ave & 38] toward 19. More biking trails in general all over would be very helpful. Thank you.' (5 likes) "River access for fishing and boating" [Crow River near 53rd St] (5 likes) COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SUMMARY Social Pinpoint (Continued) Water Access: - Fishing/water access at Crow River near Frankfort Park and at Carrick's Landing - Canoe and bike rental along the rivers Neighborhood parks at the following locations: - Neighborhood northwest of Lefebvre Creek Greenway (east of Odeon Ave. NE) + tree cover - Neighborhood northeast of 38 and MaciverAve - Neighborhood northeast of 38 and 19 - Neighborhood west of Riverwood National Golf Course More community facilities at Prairie Park: - Indoor pool/aquatic center - Permanent restrooms - Ice Arena - Community rooms/spaces - Ball fields for a wider variety of ages 'Trail Gap' Markers Trail connections around Frankfort Park across the river and connecting to other trails Trail connection to Rice Lake Preserve (to fishing pier) Trail along River Road (improve existing wide shoulder) Separated Trail along CR 39 (MRRT) and Lefebvre Ave. NE Extend east -west trail along 38 to Labeaux Ave. (19) and Outlet Mall Trail connection from Prairie View Elementary to the River 4 OTSEGO PARKS & RECREATION SYSTEM MASTER PLAN 'Like it!' Markers Nearly all comments related to existing trails: - Trail along 38 - Lefebvre Creek Greenway - Northwood Park (trail) - Carrick's landing (trail) - Neighborhood trail connections Prairie Park (dog park + archery) Frankfort Park 'Needs Work' Markers Nearly all comments related to existing trails: - Bike trail connections at Frankfort Park - Trail maintenance along Odeon Ave - Speed limit/limited crossing of 38 near Martin Farms Ave. - Safe pedestrian crossing of 19 and 38, and on trail at Page Ave and 81st St. NE (also mentioned in General Comments that this intersection needs better enforcement) Suggestion of community center at Prairie Park Suggestion of improved ball fields at Prairie Park Pop -Up Open House To gather in-person feedback from the community, a pop-up open house event was held in coordination with the Otsego Prairie Festival at Prairie Park on September 15th, 2018. This festival draws residents from Otsego and nearby towns to enjoy the park and celebrate community initiatives. For the pop-up open house, a number of boards were presented to gather feedback on ideas that were presented through the web survey, Social Pinpoint, and stakeholder interviews. In addition, a draft set of guiding principles were presented, and a large map with initial ideas for the park system were shared. Visitors were encouraged to speak with the design team and a commissioner member about the project, as well as provide their feedback via comments written on sticky notes or by'dot-voting'with green (like) and red (dislike) dots. The following is a summary of the feedback gathered at this event: Dot voting at the Pop-up Open House during the Otsego Prairie Festival Guiding Principles Most interest shared regarding Natural Areas Preservation Access and Connectivity and Quality Over Quantity were indicated as other high priorities Feedback on Community Ideas Ideas with the most green dot votes: (15 dots) Connecting trail network with greenways (preferred over shared use paths) Community Center or Aquatic Facility with walking track, indoor aquatics and outdoor pool (14 dots) Improved or added athletic fields with a tournament complex (8 dots), covered dugouts (4 dots), and concession stands (6 dots) Improved River Access, including paddle launches, beach areas, and fishing piers Increased recreation program offerings and events, such as fun runs, more schedule options and pickleball tournaments » Restrooms and above ground elements for the splash pad at Prairie Park Map Comments Trail on east side of road preferred for Crow River Regional Trail Some concern over proposed boat launch at Highlands of River Pointe natural area Support (green dots) for: - Crow River Regional Trail - Dog park near Northwood Park Suggestion for fishing piers along the rivers >> Suggestions for permanent restrooms and updated splash pad at Prairie Park COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SUMMARY 5 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Q1 Are you an Otsego resident or visitor? Answered: 570 Skipped:2 Resident Visitor 0 Other (please specify) 1/48 492 65 13 570 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES Resident 86.32% Visitor 11.40% Other (please specify) 2.28% TOTAL # OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) DATE 1 Rogers resident 9/14/2018 10:31 AM 2 Rogers 9/14/2018 8:27 AM 3 Rogers resident 9/14/2018 8:20 AM 4 previous resident, now live in Rogers 9/14/2018 8:01 AM 5 My daughter's play ROSA softball so play on otsego fields based on league. We live in Rogers. 9/14/2018 7:37 AM 6 Nowthen mn 9/13/2018 8:27 PM 7 Albertville 8/27/2018 10:06 PM 8 Past resident 8/27/2018 9:13 PM 9 Soon to be resident as of sept 2018 8/27/2018 8:01 PM 10 Moving to Otsego in Sept from ER 7/28/2018 9:26 PM 11 Rogers 7/25/2018 7:09 PM 12 Just moved from Otsego to St. Michael this year 7/25/2018 5:45 PM 13 Otsego organization leader 7/25/2018 3:20 PM 1/48 492 65 13 570 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Q2 Have you visited any of the following City of Otsego Parks and Recreation parks and/ or facilities? Check all that apply. Answered: 560 Skipped: 12 Prairie Park Splash Pad Prairie Park Baseball Any City Trails Prairie Park Soccer Prairie Park Dog Park Frankfort Park School Knoll Park Beaudry Meadows Park Zimmer Farm Park Northwood Park Carrick's Landing (Tra... Prairie Park Archery Range Kittredge Crossing Park Lily Pond Lefebvre Creek Park Norin Landing. Wilson Preserve , 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 2/48 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES Prairie Park Splash Pad 82.32% 461 47.32% 265 Prairie Park Baseball Any City Trails 41.43% 232 Prairie Park Soccer 34.11% 191 Prairie Park Dog Park 29.82% 167 Frankfort Park 23.57% 132 School Knoll Park 23.57% 132 Beaudry Meadows Park 23.21% 130 Zimmer Farm Park 23.21% 130 Northwood Park 20.00% 112 Carrick's Landing (Trail by Cowboy Jack's) 18.57% 104 Prairie Park Archery Range 12.68% 71 Kittredge Crossing Park 12.14% 68 Lily Pond 9.11% 51 Lefebvre Creek Park 7.14% 40 Norin Landing 6.61% 37 Wilson Preserve 4.82% 27 Total Respondents: 560 3/48 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Q3 How would you rate the quality and maintenance of the City of Otsego Parks and/ or facilities? Answered: 564 Skipped:8 Prairie Center 3.36 Playgrounds 3.28 Natural Areas 3.25 Otsego Prairie 3.18 Park Parking Otesgo Prairie 3.15 Park Dog Park Otsego Prairie 3.11 Park Archery... Athletic Fields 3.11 Neighborhood 3.09 Park Parking Trails 3.08 Signage 3.01 Otsego Prairie 2.89 Park Ice... Portable 2'69 Toilets /... 0 1 2 3 4 POOR FAIR GOOD EXCELLENT N/A TOTAL WEIGHTED AVERAGE Prairie Center 0.72% 3.80% 49.64% 38.41% 7.43% 4 21 274 212 41 552 3.36 Playgrounds 0.37% 5.85% 54.48% 32.91% 6.40% 2 32 298 180 35 547 3.28 Natural Areas 1.47% 4.97% 52.30% 30.39% 10.87% 8 27 284 165 59 543 3.25 Otsego Prairie Park Parking 1.44% 12.43% 48.29% 32.43% 5.41% 8 69 268 180 30 555 3.18 Otesgo Prairie Park Dog Park 0.19% 5.31% 22.01% 11.39% 61.10% 1 28 116 60 322 527 3.15 4/48 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Otsego Prairie Park Archery Range 0.77% 1.35% 12.31% 5.00% 80.58% 4 7 64 26 419 520 Athletic Fields 2.21% 8.46% 43.38% 20.96% 25.00% 12 46 236 114 136 544 Neighborhood Park Parking 1.49% 11.90% 49.81% 22.68% 14.13% 8 64 268 122 76 538 Trails 2.03% 8.13% 45.29% 18.30% 26.25% 11 44 245 99 142 541 Signage 2.20% 12.45% 60.44% 17.40% 7.51% 12 68 330 95 41 546 Otsego Prairie Park Ice Rink(s) 1.92% 4.98% 15.33% 5.75% 72.03% 10 26 80 30 376 522 Portable Toilets / Porta -Potties 3.10% 25.14% 42.62% 7.29% 21.86% 17 138 234 40 120 549 # ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: DATE 1 Move ice rinks closer to schools and highly populated areas 9/19/2018 8:27 AM 2 Would love to see more baseball parks in Otsego! My sons play for Northland Little League and 9/16/2018 5:26 PM we had to travel to Robbinsdale and Crystal for most regular season games as our home fields. Would love to welcome area families and ball players to this wonderful community and put out money into Otsego local businesses! We traveled May thru August to Robbinsdale and Crystal 4-5 days a week. Would be nice to stay local! 3 Additional and accessible trails needed from River Point Development 9/15/2018 1:01 PM 4 Add softball/baseball/soccer at OES 9/14/2018 8:55 PM 5 It would be nice to have more trails/running trails 9/14/2018 4:42 PM 6 Build more softball/baseball fields, please! Thanks!! 9/14/2018 10:31 AM 7 More baseball fields would be great! 9/14/2018 9:51 AM 8 We need more softball fields. The fact that it's called a baseball park tells us that. The girls fast 9/14/2018 9:25 AM pitch program is growing and we need to support it. Thank you! 9 Need to add an ice arena 9/14/2018 8:54 AM 10 1 believe more baseball/softball fields are necessary for the growing number of youth teams 9/14/2018 8:37 AM 11 have to walk a long way at priarie park for a portable restroom 9/14/2018 8:01 AM 12 Would love more YOUTH sized softball fields. 9/14/2018 7:37 AM 13 Baseball fields turn to concrete in summer; irrigation on infield would help make them better. 9/13/2018 4:00 PM 14 baseball fields with grass infields and mounds would be a phenomenal improvement 9/13/2018 3:28 PM 15 More baseball fields and a nature center would be wonderful! 9/13/2018 2:35 PM 16 There should be more fields and an ice arena. 9/13/2018 2:33 PM 17 We just moved to the area, so I don't have input in this but would totally support baseball fields 9/13/2018 2:30 PM being added so Northland Little League could utilize and we wouldn't always have to drive all the way to Elk River for games. 18 Would be nice to have the parking at the Prairie Park baseball fields paved 9/13/2018 2:25 PM 19 Trails are incomplete - They all need to be connected!!! 9/13/2018 9:56 AM 20 Add some actual youth baseball fields for Northland little league and royba 9/12/2018 5:39 PM 21 We are new residents, not yet familiar with all of the parks. We live in Boulder Creek near Lefebvre 9/6/2018 9:16 PM Park. We were hoping to have dogs on a leash on walking trails and near the park, but this is not the case. Sometimes it is difficult for me to take walks when I am surprised by large unleashed dogs. 5/48 3.11 3.11 3.09 3.08 3.01 2.89 2.69 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey 22 Baseball fields need water. Always VERY dusty. Allow coaches or volunteers to water between 8/29/2018 5:26 AM games. 23 Upgrade prairie park playground and splash pad 8/28/2018 7:23 AM 24 Would like to see the splash pad upgraded especially the temperature of the water. It's freezing 8/27/2018 9:25 PM cold! 25 Upgrade splash pad 8/27/2018 6:16 PM 26 Would like to see splash pad and archery range expanded 8/27/2018 3:18 PM 27 Longer splash pad times starting earlier in the morning 8/27/2018 2:47 PM 28 Wish there was more kiddie area at the splash pad 8/27/2018 2:41 PM 29 Loved improvements to ice rink, but would lobby to see more! 8/27/2018 2:17 PM 30 Toddler playgroup could use some upkeep/cleaning or new equipment. 8/27/2018 2:09 PM 31 Splash pad is terrible. Needs updates and more features. Water is freezing. 8/27/2018 2:00 PM 32 1 would like to see updated splash pad. The water is terrible cold and I feel the water pressure in 8/27/2018 12:44 PM some is too high. 33 As an avid runner, and active family, I would love more wooded trails, not just city streets. 8/22/2018 1:00 PM 34 Please build a Park off Odean and 77th. 8/22/2018 12:44 PM 35 Need concession stands and dugouts with roofs. 8/15/2018 1:38 PM 36 1 have only been to Prairie Park, for the Prairie Festival. 8/8/2018 1:57 PM 37 Really hoping for more investment in community athletic complex 7/29/2018 3:16 PM 38 Can the city split off some of the dog park for little dogs? 7/29/2018 11:06 AM 39 Would like to see more bike trails 7/29/2018 8:06 AM 40 We need more trails for biking, walking and running. 7/28/2018 11:00 PM 41 Put in real bathrooms!! 7/28/2018 9:26 PM 42 It would be nice to see an update splash pad!! 7/28/2018 8:49 PM 43 We take our grandchildren when they visit. They love the parks. 11, 13, 4 , and 2 year olds. 7/28/2018 3:27 PM 44 Would LOVE a basketball court at the Otsego city park! 7/28/2018 3:06 PM 45 Some tennis courts need a little touching up 7/28/2018 6:26 AM 46 We need a community pool! More signage on county roads indicting Prairie Park, I often miss the 7/27/2018 7:57 PM turn. 47 Thank you for finally not neglecting Otsego Elementary playfield 7/27/2018 4:44 PM 48 Just moved here. Hoping for a dog park 7/27/2018 9:11 AM 49 Would love a restroom with changing stalls for the splash pad 7/27/2018 9:01 AM 50 Looks like the Prairie Park playground had an issue with a large piece of plywood over the top of a 7/27/2018 8:02 AM slide a couple weeks ago. May be fixed now. 51 Splash pad needs an upgrade like Champlin Park and have the warm water like the maple grove 7/26/2018 10:35 PM splash pad 52 Need more bike trails 7/26/2018 10:05 PM 53 Hard to know where parks are. Lived here 2 years,only know of 2 parks and don't know their 7/26/2018 9:54 PM names. 54 The trails in Otsego need a lot of help, there are tree roots that interrupt the path and make it hard 7/26/2018 9:33 PM to stay steady on bikes for younger kids and rollerbladers. 55 Need little League fields for northland baseball and babe Ruth field last year we played in this 7/26/2018 9:32 PM league and it was a great experience but because we don't have true little League fields no one wants to travel here and because of this we only had one home game in front of our fans and had to play 18 road games Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey 56 I'd love to see Praire Park get'real' bathrooms besides the port o pottys 7/26/2018 9:16 PM 57 We need way more baseball fields, some with infield, other teams went fine play here. 7/26/2018 3:18 PM 58 It would be great to have more biking trails! Also, any grassy areas where there's mud or near 7/26/2018 3:05 PM water fountains where there's mud, it would be helpful to build up those areas and resod/seed. 59 At the beginning of the baseball season only one buff was available by the playground it was over 7/26/2018 2:21 PM flowing. My 7 year old had to go and it was horrible. I have lived in otsego since 2004 and I was embarrassed by this and we were hosting champlin at our baseball field. 60 Hoping for a new park in the harvest run neighborhood being built. 7/26/2018 12:45 PM 61 1 am a newer resident, and still exploring. 7/26/2018 12:16 PM 62 We love Prairie Park 7/26/2018 10:26 AM 63 I'm a senior with a disability. Getting out there is too hard. Granddaughter plays soccer I can't get 7/26/2018 1:42 AM out there to her field to watch and cheer. I strongly suggest u have a gulf cart vallea! Someone to drive u with your chair out to the field then pickup after game to get u to parking. Or more cement and wheelchair rental. 64 More trail systems through nature areas. 7/25/2018 11:30 PM 65 Need more trails!!! 7/25/2018 11:10 PM 66 Things keep being taken from Prairie Park and not replaced—sand excavator in sand box, car on 7/25/2018 10:17 PM a spring, etc. 67 we have no trails over in river place to connect us to these parks. 7/25/2018 9:53 PM 68 Basketball hoops at Prairie Park are very stiff 7/25/2018 7:46 PM 69 Archery range needs attention 7/25/2018 7:43 PM 70 Need more athletic fields. Specifically softball/baseball 7/25/2018 7:37 PM 71 No comment 7/25/2018 7:04 PM 72 Landscaping has declined dramatically over the past few years - old mulch, weeds, dead trees, etc 7/25/2018 6:58 PM 73 Add parking by VFW fields. Is RIDICULOUS THERE. 7/25/2018 5:39 PM 74 Parking for baseball fields at Prairie Park are not great. 7/25/2018 4:15 PM 75 Wish especially Prairie Park had bathrooms 7/25/2018 4:10 PM 76 It would be wonderful to have the baseball fields to be watered (the dirt) and even more amazing 7/25/2018 3:35 PM to have grass infield's! 77 A slide at prairie park was boarded up last time we visited 7/25/2018 3:31 PM 78 The ports -potties are gross 7/25/2018 2:06 PM 7/48 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Q4 What elements should be included in a neighborhood park? Choose all that apply. Answered: 524 Skipped: 48 Play equipment Parking lot Lighting Pavedloop trail Natural play areas Open field (grass lawn) Basketball court Native landscape... Diamond field (softball.... Rectangular field (socce... Tennis court Other (please specify) 0% 10% ANSWER CHOICES Play equipment Parking lot Lighting Paved loop trail Natural play areas Open field (grass lawn) Basketball court 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 1-MAE,i� RESPONSES 91.60% 480 76.91% 403 76.34% 400 68.51% 359 66.03% 346 63.17% 331 54.39% 285 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Native landscape (prairie, woodland) 46.76% Diamond field (softball, baseball) 44.66% Rectangular field (soccer, football, lacrosse) 33.02% Tennis court 26.15% Other (please specify) 12.98% Total Respondents: 524 # OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) DATE 1 Outdoor ice rink 9/19/2018 8:28 AM 2 Skate 9/15/2018 10:06 AM 3 More softball fields 9/14/2018 9:25 AM 4 We need an indoor ice arena 9/14/2018 8:55 AM 5 restrooms or at minimum porta potties 9/13/2018 2:31 PM 6 bathroom facilitites, water, covered shelter, seating 9/13/2018 2:26 PM 7 Bike racks 9/13/2018 9:57 AM 8 Baseball... grass infield raised mounds 9/12/2018 5:40 PM 9 Splash pad, pool, grills, changing and shower ficality 8/27/2018 9:21 PM 10 Splash pad- maple grove Central Park and Champlin andrews Park 8/27/2018 8:03 PM 11 Dirt hiking trails 8/27/2018 6:25 PM 12 Splash pad 8/27/2018 6:18 PM 13 Water fountain and portable toilets (multiple) 8/27/2018 3:19 PM 14 Volleyball 8/27/2018 2:58 PM 15 restooms 8/27/2018 1:56 PM 16 a wading pool in the area would be great 8/27/2018 1:54 PM 17 Splash pads! 8/27/2018 12:45 PM 18 Fitness center 8/21/2018 3:31 PM 19 no parking lots... 8/20/2018 11:51 AM 20 1 have no objection to having some sports facilities at a neighborhood park, but don't feel that any 8/8/2018 2:02 PM one park needs to have all of them. I'd also like to have nature trails, and nice benches along them where one could relax, enjoy a nice view, and reflect. Some parks should have picnic tables. 21 Ice Rinks- Growing up in Crystal all of the city parks had ice rinks 8/7/2018 3:17 PM 22 Hockey arena 7/29/2018 3:17 PM 23 Lounge areas 7/29/2018 1:31 PM 24 Porta potty 7/29/2018 8:49 AM 25 Would not have all field types at the same park but try and spead them out accross community 7/29/2018 8:35 AM 26 Tables/Benches 7/28/2018 9:59 PM 27 Running water bathrooms 7/28/2018 9:26 PM 28 Horse shoe pit, volley ball court, shelter, 7/28/2018 6:04 PM 29 Splash pads are great 7/28/2018 3:29 PM 30 Shelter and tables 7/28/2018 2:45 PM 31 Fountains/splash pad 7/27/2018 9:29 PM • ii 245 234 173 137 68 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Pickle ball 7/27/2018 5:39 PM DOG POOP GARBAGE BINS/BAG STATIONS ON TRAILS 7/27/2018 5:19 PM Kayak rental 7/27/2018 1:57 PM Dog park 7/27/2018 9:12 AM bathrooms and picnic tables, shade 7/26/2018 10:53 PM To upgrade the splash pad and have an indoor recreational park for kids during winter time 7/26/2018 10:37 PM Little league field complex and bane Ruth field 7/26/2018 9:33 PM REAL BATHROOMS 7/26/2018 9:17 PM Dog waste cleaners 7/26/2018 9:11 PM Toileting, water fountain 7/26/2018 9:00 PM Ice skating rinks 7/26/2018 8:33 PM Bathroom and picnic shelters 7/26/2018 8:02 PM Trail connections to other neighborhoods 7/26/2018 7:43 PM Exercise area 7/26/2018 5:20 PM Drinking fountain, doggie bags, shelter 7/26/2018 4:58 PM Bathrooms and water fountains 7/26/2018 3:06 PM Bathrooms 7/26/2018 2:34 PM Trash cans, maybe water fountain 7/26/2018 2:20 PM Lights that turn off after a certain hour 7/26/2018 1:21 PM Restroom facilities with plumbing 7/26/2018 11:38 AM Things for handicapped. 7/26/2018 1:44 AM We need a community outdoor swimming pool 7/25/2018 8:15 PM Drinking water 7/25/2018 8:10 PM Handicap accessible swings and playground equipment 7/25/2018 7:20 PM Toilets, electric, cameras, signage 7/25/2018 7:11 PM Seating and options for toddlers 7/25/2018 7:07 PM Winter Hockey Rinks + Warming Houses 7/25/2018 6:38 PM Pickleball lines on tennis courts 7/25/2018 6:12 PM Hockey rink 7/25/2018 6:05 PM Ice skating rinks/hockey rinks 7/25/2018 4:47 PM Warming House 7/25/2018 4:42 PM Bathrooms 7/25/2018 4:11 PM Disc golf, mountain bike 7/25/2018 3:28 PM Shade near equipment, either from trees or a canopy/umbrella. 7/25/2018 3:03 PM Trail or park map/sign 7/25/2018 2:31 PM The sports courts/fields would be nice, but not necessarily all of them at each park. 7/25/2018 2:18 PM Hockey Rink 7/25/2018 1:50 PM Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Q5 Which of the following do you prefer for future Otsego parks development? Answered: 516 Skipped: 56 Increasing amenities at... Other or combination Adding multiple... 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES Increasing amenities at a centralized community park 42.64% Other or combination 35.85% Adding multiple neighborhood parks 21.51% TOTAL 11/48 220 185 111 516 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Q6 Which of the following improvements or additions to the Otsego parks and recreation system would you be willing to support through a potential property tax increase, a referendum that increases taxes, or user fees? Currently, a home valued at $250k in the City of Otsego pays about $86 per year for parks and recreation services which include programs, events, and trail & park maintenance offered by the City. Answered: 499 Skipped: 73 Upgrade existing... nfflma� Acquire land for new park... Acquire land qt for natural... 0 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1 1.2 1.4 1.6 1.8 2 12/48 GREAT MARGINAL NO TOTAL WEIGHTED SUPPORT SUPPORT SUPPORT AVERAGE Upgrade existing facilities 49.19% 41.67% 9.15% 242 205 45 492 1.40 Acquire land for new parks and 50.61% 36.79% 12.60% trails 249 181 62 492 1.38 Acquire land for natural areas 30.74% 43.44% 25.82% 150 212 126 488 1.05 12/48 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Q7 What new parks and recreation facilities would you be interested in? Answered: 488 Skipped: 84 Nature trails (natural... River access (canoe landi... Canoe and Kayak equipm... Greenway trails and... Natural play equipment Trail connections ... Cross country ski trails a... Other (please specify) 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES Nature trails (natural surface trails through woods, prairie) 55.33% 270 River access (canoe landing, fishing pier) 51.43% 251 Canoe and Kayak equipment rental 45.29% 221 Greenway trails and connected corridors (i.e. along the rivers) 44.26% 216 Natural play equipment 44.06% 215 Trail connections to other communities 42.21% 206 Cross country ski trails and winter facilities 29.92% 146 Other (please specify) 21.52% 105 Total Respondents: 488 # OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) DATE 1 Ice Rinks that are light and have nets available 9/19/2018 8:29 AM 2 Softball complex 9/18/2018 8:38 PM 3 Grass In feild baseball feilds 9/16/2018 7:15 PM 4 Softball fields, trails to other communities 9/15/2018 1:03 PM 5 Willing to support any of these with taxes 9/14/2018 8:58 PM 6 Full sized baseball field; only "big" fields exist in Rogers 9/14/2018 3:18 PM Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey 7 more baseball fields 9/14/2018 9:54 AM 8 We live in Otsego off cry rd 36. We have very few biking and walk h trails making it dangerous if 9/14/2018 9:27 AM walking on narrow windy roads. We want more walking/bike paths! 9 New indoor ice arena 9/14/2018 8:55 AM 10 baseball and softball fields 9/14/2018 8:40 AM 11 Softball complex 9/14/2018 8:25 AM 12 softball fields for the girls in our community 9/14/2018 8:01 AM 13 Softball fields 9/14/2018 7:46 AM 14 It would be great to Have some little league fields . My son's play for Northland little league and 9/13/2018 8:38 PM they love it but they would love to play on there own little league field . Or turn two fields at praire park to little league fields with a concessions stand and batting cages. And grass infield we could have a tournament one week it would bring money to the community. It would be fun 15 Baseball/Softball complex 9/13/2018 7:06 PM 16 BASEBALL ONLY fields for 12U and under (225' fences), grass infield, 9/13/2018 4:03 PM 17 Better baseball field for Northland Little League 9/13/2018 4:00 PM 18 Baseball fields with lights and concessions 9/13/2018 2:58 PM 19 Ice Arena, Baseball fields 9/13/2018 2:35 PM 20 Baseball fields 9/13/2018 2:27 PM 21 Paved Bike Trails 9/13/2018 9:59 AM 22 Baseball fields 9/12/2018 8:50 PM 23 Community center 9/4/2018 9:33 PM 24 public hunting land 8/28/2018 9:52 PM 25 Full size ice hockey rink 8/28/2018 8:42 PM 26 Enhanced splash pad 8/28/2018 7:02 AM 27 Splash pad 8/28/2018 6:54 AM 28 Pool splash pad 8/28/2018 6:25 AM 29 Outdoor pool for community use 8/28/2018 2:32 AM 30 More splash pad features 8/27/2018 10:20 PM 31 Nature inspired play it manufactured equipment 8/27/2018 6:46 PM 32 Without tax increase 8/27/2018 6:26 PM 33 Update the splash pad at Prairie Park 8/27/2018 2:58 PM 34 Better splash pad and or pool 8/27/2018 2:31 PM 35 More water play activities for the kids that are a bit older (6-12 yrs) 8/27/2018 2:19 PM 36 pool 8/27/2018 2:07 PM 37 Better splash pad 8/27/2018 1:38 PM 38 Splash pads 8/27/2018 12:46 PM 39 The road going by the crow river into the river point neighborhood needs a pedestrian trail, it is a 8/25/2018 11:20 PM windy narrow road that traffic drives fast on and no room for pedestrians, very unsafe! There are many people who try to walk, run, and bike along there and I just feel that someone is going to get hurt! 40 Playgrounds 8/22/2018 12:45 PM 41 More baseball/softball fields and a indoor facility for these programs to use/rent. High need in 8/15/2018 1:40 PM communities and no where to go. 42 Ice Rinks at all parks 8/7/2018 3:18 PM 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Update splash pad, add a wading pool 8/6/2018 10:30 PM Hockey arena 7/29/2018 3:18 PM Beach. Pool. 7/29/2018 1:45 PM Larger dense wooded areas to explore 7/29/2018 10:31 AM A pool facility. There are no public pools close by. 7/29/2018 10:16 AM Pool 7/29/2018 8:51 AM I believe Otsego has enough parks .... I don't think we need more 7/29/2018 12:38 AM Trails that connect to some of the older Otdego neighborhoods. 7/28/2018 11:02 PM Running water bathrooms 7/28/2018 9:27 PM Safe pedestrian -bike access across 194 to Albertville and Wright County. While 7/28/2018 1:27 PM intergovernmental, this is a dangerous crossing that should be prioritized as a trail connection with neighboring communities bike trails paved 7/28/2018 6:55 AM The people of Otsego need encouragement to get outside for daily exercise. I strongly believe this 7/28/2018 6:30 AM would help! We are lacking many of these proposed new facilities, but we have the potential to put them in now before the land is over developed and it becomes another "normal" park I feel we should aquire as much land for parks and wildlife areas as well can to set aside while we 7/27/2018 11:28 PM can. It's plain to see that a lot of development is happening around us which is a good thing! We just have to make sure we keep our city and all it's Beauty accessable which will make the city as a whole more desirable! Another splash pad 7/27/2018 11:06 PM Ice rinks!! 7/27/2018 9:24 PM An inclusive playground for kids with disabilities 7/27/2018 8:52 PM The three biggest things Otsego needs are first a community pool (there is no accessible beach 7/27/2018 1:47 PM nearby), river front paved trails (walking/biking, and a well maintained atv/ohv trail system. Permanent bathroom/changing house at prairie park 7/27/2018 9:47 AM Leave existing natural areas alone to produce native vegetation for birds and butterflies! Start 7/27/2018 9:46 AM destroying this plague of Chinese Elm taking over this corner of Otsego! Dog park 7/27/2018 9:13 AM Mountain bike trail 7/27/2018 6:24 AM Biking / walking trail networks completed and upgraded 7/27/2018 3:05 AM Pool 7/27/2018 12:00 AM neighborhood park in Crimson Ponds Addition 7/26/2018 10:54 PM Indoor recreational facilities 7/26/2018 10:39 PM Have enough parks -just upgrade the ones we have 7/26/2018 9:17 PM Real Liittle League Baseball fields with grass infields. Our city has an outstanding little league 7/26/2018 9:11 PM organization and the poor kids can't play home games. Ice rinks 7/26/2018 8:35 PM Pool 7/26/2018 7:52 PM Swimming pool 7/26/2018 5:49 PM community pool 7/26/2018 5:44 PM Softball field with lights! 7/26/2018 4:59 PM Baseball fields with concession stands and infield, a complex 7/26/2018 3:20 PM Beach, pool 7/26/2018 2:34 PM 15/48 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey 77 Actual restrooms and concessions at prairie park 7/26/2018 2:24 PM 78 Community Pool or fitness center 7/26/2018 2:21 PM 79 Docks for boats 7/26/2018 1:23 PM 80 Playgrounds in developments 7/26/2018 12:47 PM 81 Tennis 7/26/2018 11:32 AM 82 Pool 7/26/2018 11:12 AM 83 more dog parks 7/26/2018 10:47 AM 84 Plush pads. Swimming pond / pool. Community center 7/26/2018 7:53 AM 85 Dog access to water area to play, also bike paths or sidewalks on busier streets (70th) 7/26/2018 7:44 AM 86 Gulf cart rental 7/26/2018 1:46 AM 87 Open nature areas! 7/25/2018 11:32 PM 88 Lights at Prairie Park fields 7/25/2018 10:56 PM 89 trails to connect river place & river pointe to there rest of otsego 7/25/2018 9:55 PM 90 Hockey arena 7/25/2018 9:48 PM 91 Outdoor swimming pool 7/25/2018 8:16 PM 92 Man made lake with beach 7/25/2018 7:49 PM 93 Archery natural shooting trail 7/25/2018 7:46 PM 94 Trails are needed from east Otsego!!! Trail access to and from the Frankfort Park area is a critical 7/25/2018 7:02 PM need for safety and connecting the city. 95 Community pool 7/25/2018 6:59 PM 96 Hockey rink 7/25/2018 6:25 PM 97 Warming House 7/25/2018 4:43 PM 98 You should put in a concession stand at prairie park. Also, the baseball fields need to be 7/25/2018 4:39 PM regulation and lights would be nice. 99 Outdoor pool 7/25/2018 3:58 PM 100 Trails connecting Frankfort park to other areas of Otsego 7/25/2018 3:58 PM 101 Disc golf course(s) 7/25/2018 3:53 PM 102 Putting restrooms and changing areas at Prairie Park 7/25/2018 3:51 PM 103 Disc golf, mountain bike trail 7/25/2018 3:32 PM 104 Neighborhood splash pads/wading pool 7/25/2018 2:32 PM 105 More Hockey Rinks in neighborhood parks 7/25/2018 1:51 PM 16/48 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Q8 Have you participated in any of the City of Otsego Parks and Recreation programs or events? Please check all that apply. Otsego Prairie Festival Entertainment in the Park Easter Day Touch -A -Truck L Santa Day T -Ball Pumpkin Patch Theater in the Park Soccer Camps Park & Rec Days at the... Tiny Tot Time = Tumbling Adult Fitness Flag Football Multi -Sport Camp Archery Programs for. Dogs Golf Answered: 418 Skipped: 154 17/48 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Tennis Camp, Dances ' Cheer Camp' Community Garden CrossFit for Kids Senior Programs Dog Sledding 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES Otsego Prairie Festival 71.53% 299 Entertainment in the Park 60.53% 253 Easter Day 37.08% 155 Touch -A -Truck 36.84% 154 Santa Day 35.41% 148 T -Ball 34.69% 145 Pumpkin Patch 31.34% 131 Theater in the Park 22.01% 92 Soccer Camps 18.66% 78 Park & Rec Days at the Water Park 17.22% 72 Tiny Tot Time 13.88% 58 Tumbling 13.16% 55 Adult Fitness 10.05% 42 Flag Football 9.57% 40 Multi -Sport Camp 8.13% 34 Archery 6.46% 27 Programs for Dogs 6.22% 26 Golf 4.31% 18 Tennis Camp 4.31% 18 Dances 2.63% 11 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Cheer Camp 2.63% 11 Community Garden 2.39% 10 CrossFit for Kids 1.67% 7 Senior Programs 1.44% 6 Dog Sledding 1.20% 5 Total Respondents: 418 19/48 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Q9 Rate the OVERALL QUALITY of the recreational opportunities provided by the City of Otsego Parks and Recreation Department. Answered: 492 Skipped: 80 Excellent Good Fair Poor N/A 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES Excellent 26.02% 128 Good 55.49% 273 Fair 9.35% 46 Poor 0.81% 4 N/A 8.33% 41 TOTAL 492 20/48 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Q10 Please list any other improvements or additions you would like to see for the Otsego parks and recreation system. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 Answered: 234 Skipped: 338 RESPONSES DATE An inground pool, ice rink 9/19/2018 3:37 PM Support building an ice arena in Otsego or provide funding to the Rogers Activity Center 9/19/2018 8:30 AM More softball fields 9/18/2018 8:39 PM Grass infield baseball feilds 9/16/2018 7:16 PM Baseball/Softball Fields! 9/16/2018 5:29 PM Higher level support for Rogers/Otsego Athletics, equal opportunity for girls softball as baseball, 9/15/2018 1:06 PM trails connecting Riverplace Development to Rogers and Otsego Add baseball fields with grass infield 9/15/2018 7:05 AM Safe bike path to PRairie View middle school 9/14/2018 9:00 PM Trail to prairie park from the north 9/14/2018 8:39 PM Community pool, no new taxes,cut other places 9/14/2018 6:54 PM At OPP, concessions stand & full sized baseball field 9/14/2018 3:21 PM Canoe rental 9/14/2018 2:27 PM Lights on ball fields 9/14/2018 2:25 PM community pool 9/14/2018 2:22 PM More baseball fields 9/14/2018 9:56 AM Softball fields/complex and more waking/biking trails near 101 and cty rd 36 towards Dayton 9/14/2018 9:30 AM mansion. 36 bigger splash pad 9/14/2018 9:14 AM Archery range expanded for more shooting areas. 9/14/2018 9:08 AM Indoor ice arena 9/14/2018 8:57 AM An increase of Softball fields for Girls 9/14/2018 8:29 AM Softball complex 9/14/2018 8:27 AM another multi -diamond softball field location 9/14/2018 8:26 AM Non cement splash pad. Update it. 9/14/2018 8:24 AM Concessions at Prairie Park 9/14/2018 8:08 AM more girls fastpitch softball fields - lots of talented young ladies in our community. 9/14/2018 8:04 AM Softball fields 9/14/2018 8:02 AM Improvements to the softball & baseball fields with concession stands for tournaments. 9/14/2018 7:47 AM More softball fields 9/14/2018 7:43 AM YOUTH sized softball fields. 9/14/2018 7:39 AM Put in little league fields grass infield concessions stand batting cages and lites on one field 9/13/2018 8:42 PM More baseball fields 9/13/2018 8:00 PM Baseball/Softball large complex for tournaments 9/13/2018 7:06 PM 21/48 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey 33 improve Prairie Park dirt infields w irrigation, baseball only fields, build center building in middle of prairie park fourplex of fields 34 little league baseball fields, restrooms 35 Little league baseball fields 36 Lights on the ball fields 37 Need baseball grass field 38 A baseball facility that's not for park and rec 39 Bathrooms and concession building at Prairie Park Ball fields 40 More park land and connecting trails 41 Baseball grass infield 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 Baseball.. A safer way to bike ride from Otsego to Elk River. • . .. • Concession stands at ball fields and or near the splash pad. Some of the older trails could use some maintenance. Biking and Waking trails that connect to others throughout the area. • . •.. Would love to see an upgraded splash pad like they have in Delano Full size baseball diamonds to host tournaments and bring people outside of the community in and spend money in Otsego. There is a serious shortage of full size diamonds in our area. Would greatly support a "Town ball field." If you build it, they will come! •• zero entry pool and water slide park FOUR •.. Additional splash pad .. ... A bigger splash pad. More covered areas around there. .. ... Bigger splash pad • . •.. Upgrade slash pad at Prairie Center and young child play equipment • . ... Better splash pad 001114M fflUpgrade splash pad • . •.. Splash pad upgraded '. • We need an outdoor pool!! FORMIs •. • Better splash pad • . •.. additions to the splash pad as well as more options for toddlers '.• outdoor pool .. •.. More features at the splash pad '.. .. ... Better water park. • • .. • . • Pool and/or more salad pads FORM •.• Splash pad FORMI •.. Splash pad... new one in Delano is great example of what we'd like to see • . • . • More water features I think it's fine . • • Upgrade play equipment at older parks including Otsego park •MVI -EM ' • • • . •. • Upgrade splash pad, community center/pool/indoor playground Water park 22/48 9/13/2018 4:04 PM 9/13/2018 3:35 PM 9/13/2018 2:58 PM 9/13/2018 2:58 PM 9/13/2018 2:38 PM 9/13/2018 2:28 PM 9/13/2018 10:26 AM 9/13/2018 10:01 AM 9/12/2018 8:51 PM 9/12/2018 5:41 PM 9/6/2018 9:22 PM 9/5/2018 10:40 AM 9/4/2018 9:06 PM 9/4/2018 1:08 PM 8/29/2018 2:32 PM 8/29/2018 5:32 AM 8/28/2018 9:54 PM 8/28/2018 10:12 AM 8/28/2018 9:58 AM 8/28/2018 8:26 AM 8/28/2018 7:30 AM 8/28/2018 7:02 AM 8/28/2018 6:54 AM 8/28/2018 6:18 AM 8/28/2018 2:33 AM 8/27/2018 9:53 PM 8/27/2018 9:29 PM 8/27/2018 9:24 PM 8/27/2018 8:41 PM 8/27/2018 8:35 PM 8/27/2018 7:59 PM 8/27/2018 6:59 PM 8/27/2018 6:48 PM 8/27/2018 6:33 PM 8/27/2018 6:32 PM 8/27/2018 6:27 PM 8/27/2018 6:18 PM 8/27/2018 5:47 PM 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Connect to rogers _ Upgrade splash pad. Have a big, new park like Maple Grove has. Add outdoor skating rinks. .. ... updated splash pad • . •. • Add more to the splash pad and more shade cover picnic areas FORM • . • More to do at the splash pad .. •. • I'd love to see the splash pad extendee with more tower like water features. more creative ways for the older kids to use the space Bigger splash pad Restrooms Have separate splash pad areas. So big kids 8 or 10 years & older aren't knocking younger kids (2 year old) down to smack their head on the ground. = Local swimming pool 00010 . • Upgrade splash pad. Neighborhood park for Crimson Ponds of 75th St and Odean M We love in a huge area, with houses going up like crazy and tons of kids... would love to have a neighborhood park! • Fitness Center no parking lots,hiking trails '.. wading pool walking path from City Hall to Co Rd 39!! Trail access to neighborhood/development by river • . Ice arena doing great! = Beach. Pool. Lazy river. .. •. • More/bigger splash pads More small neighborhood parks • • • • . .. • Upgrade the Prairie Park splash pad and add some upgrades to the playground. More communication about events; event reminders. •. Better restroom facilities = Pool Athletics Concession stand at OPP. More bike trails '.. Swimming Pools • • Bathroom and park benches N/A Connecting neighborhoods and parks with a trail system Better advertising for special events. Were there any this last year? Is a mother, I would like my children more interested in going to play at the park, as of now the kids say it to boring at the park.. None parks. New developments should be required to provide green space and neighborhood 23/48 8/27/2018 3:00 PM 8/27/2018 2:59 PM 8/27/2018 2:47 PM 8/27/2018 2:46 PM 8/27/2018 2:43 PM 8/27/2018 2:10 PM 8/27/2018 2:06 PM 8/27/2018 1:57 PM 8/27/2018 1:55 PM 8/27/2018 1:39 PM 8/27/2018 12:46 PM 8/22/2018 1:11 PM 8/22/2018 1:02 PM 8/21/2018 3:33 PM 8/20/2018 11:53 AM 8/6/2018 10:31 PM 8/3/2018 10:32 AM 8/1/2018 2:48 PM 7/29/2018 3:19 PM 7/29/2018 2:41 PM 7/29/2018 1:46 PM 7/29/2018 1:33 PM 7/29/2018 10:32 AM 7/29/2018 10:19 AM 7/29/2018 9:58 AM 7/29/2018 8:51 AM 7/29/2018 8:30 AM 7/29/2018 8:09 AM 7/29/2018 6:37 AM 7/29/2018 4:25 AM 7/29/2018 2:20 AM 7/28/2018 11:04 PM 7/28/2018 9:28 PM 7/28/2018 8:53 PM 7/28/2018 7:03 PM 7/28/2018 6:49 PM Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey 107 mum Prairie Park Tennis court, concession building, bathrooms 7/28/2018 6:07 PM 108 Swimming pool 7/28/2018 3:30 PM 109 More trails water access and lighting 7/28/2018 2:27 PM 110 Trails, trails, trails and more bicycle friendly amenities 7/28/2018 1:28 PM 111 We don't have many parks close to our neighborhood- 77th St 7/28/2018 8:40 AM 112 more library stands 7/28/2018 6:56 AM 113 C= - . •.. More organization and advertising for events. I didn't know half of the 7/28/2018 6:34 AM listed events existed. I would also L O V E to see a race (5k, 10k, 10mi, 1/2 or full marathon) that's utilizes Otsego's parks and neighborhoods! It could be a part of the Fall Festival!!! 114 Would like litter picked up more often. 7/28/2018 2:06 AM 115 More/bigger splash pads 7/27/2018 11:07 PM 116 . - Community center like ymca 7/27/2018 10:09 PM 117 .. - More ice rink options 7/27/2018 9:25 PM 118 If the City of Otsego invests in natural parks, they should make sure they are properly maintained 7/27/2018 8:57 PM i.e. seasonal control burns, mowing and spraying. These parks should also hold high environmental value and not just a bunch of brome grass. 119 Rnt FMIM Updated splash pad with more interactive things 7/27/2018 8:03 PM 120 An interconnecting paved trail system linking with Albertville, Elk River and Rogers 7/27/2018 8:02 PM 121 ' • • Pool 7/27/2018 7:59 PM 122 Walking paths from residential area onto the park property. 7/27/2018 7:02 PM 123 CITY SIDEWALKS TO HAVE DOG POOP STATIONS (BAGS 7/27/2018 5:21 PM AND BASKETS) ESPECIALLY ON NE PAGE AVE 124 Nature trails, natural paths 7/27/2018 4:48 PM 125 - • . • . Additional classes and programs. Sports, dance, art, etc 7/27/2018 3:08 PM 126 Indoor and outdoor pool 7/27/2018 2:23 PM 127 • • • . Kyak rental 7/27/2018 1:59 PM 128 = 1st: Community pool (badly needed because there are no other beaches or pools 7/27/2018 1:51 PM within a 15 minute drive (Monticello is the closest). 2. Paved walking/biking trails along the riverfront. 3. Well maintained atv/ohv trails (the closest one is an hour north of Otsego). 129 Would like to see a park added to our neighborhood. Benzinger/Crimson Ponds 7/27/2018 12:43 PM Second addition. There is only one park near us, which still is a One mile walk. 130 • Would like to see an event center built 7/27/2018 11:45 AM 131 Dog park:) 7/27/2018 9:14 AM 132 More shade. Restrooms, separation of wet and dry for play area. 7/27/2018 9:05 AM 133 - . • • More classes 7/27/2018 9:02 AM 134 - . • • More programming for kids on Wednesday or Thursdays. Very limited activities for 7/27/2018 7:58 AM working parents to bring their kids to. 135 More bike trail 7/27/2018 6:25 AM 136 Community Pool!! 7/27/2018 3:21 AM 137 Walking/biking trails extended and completed 7/27/2018 3:07 AM 138 Updated amenities 7/27/2018 12:02 AM 139 • . • The summer programs are costly, yet put on by volunteers and or very young 7/26/2018 11:13 PM kids. le t -ball, gymnastics/dance. After 2 yrs of doing I will no longer and also strongly encourage other parents to seek better planned programs for their children, even if it costs more. 140 M Cross country ski trails 7/26/2018 11:13 PM 24/48 141 142 143 144 145 146 147 148 149 150 151 152 153 154 155 156 157 158 159 160 161 162 163 164 165 166 167 168 169 170 171 172 173 174 175 176 177 178 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey More neighborhood parks, ampitheater at Prairie Park for events 7/26/2018 10:55 PM Atleast to have an indoor recreational facilities kids and adults 7/26/2018 10:42 PM I'd like to see more paved bicycle trails 7/26/2018 10:03 PM A community center would be nice 7/26/2018 10:01 PM More trails and paths to connect us all 7/26/2018 9:54 PM RUM Just little league complex and Babe Ruth field 7/26/2018 9:36 PM = I would like to see more paved trails for biking and rollerblading 7/26/2018 9:35 PM I would love to see a community pool go in 7/26/2018 9:31 PM REAL BATHROOMS at Prairie Park 7/26/2018 9:18 PM . •.. More adult classes 7/26/2018 9:15 PM ROM Real little league baseball fields. 7/26/2018 9:12 PM • . We need skating rinks for families 7/26/2018 8:36 PM • • Swimming pool similar to Elm Ceek. Where the dug our hole is by Prairie Park 7/26/2018 8:20 PM .. Bathroom at prairie park, picnic shelters to rent 7/26/2018 8:05 PM �.. Pool 7/26/2018 7:53 PM All paved trails should connect 7/26/2018 7:45 PM . .. ... • . • At prairie Park, one part of the splash pad and some of the playground 7/26/2018 7:35 PM equipment needs maintenance. More parking at soccer fields by Target. There is not enough parking and your not supposed to 7/26/2018 6:17 PM park on the streets. � obstacles for dogs in the dog park -tunnels, jumps,etc 7/26/2018 5:46 PM = Public swimming pool, revenue source through season passes, and admission fees, jobs for 7/26/2018 3:30 PM kids as lifeguards and concessions During big events (Santa, Easter, etc) more signage, rope lines and 7/26/2018 3:09 PM organization would be helpful ... a better flow versus ppl going in all directions would be nice. '.. Community pool 7/26/2018 2:35 PM • • Pool 7/26/2018 2:22 PM = Connections throughout Otsego city limits to neighborhoods. Bike fix it stations 7/26/2018 1:40 PM More multi use fields for football and lacrosse. Or allow these sports to use soccer fields 7/26/2018 1:28 PM - • •.. Flag football, lacrosse or fall soccer for 4 year olds 7/26/2018 12:48 PM - •. Restrooms with plumbing 7/26/2018 11:40 AM Tennis courts upgraded, correct net heights 7/26/2018 11:33 AM • • Pool and better splash pad 7/26/2018 11:14 AM - • • Warming house 7/26/2018 10:30 AM - • • • More organization for the tball coach volunteers. 7/26/2018 7:18 AM Better advertisment in the community for events. 7/26/2018 7:00 AM - •. More benches!!! Rent gulf carts 7/26/2018 1:49 AM ® My wife and I would like to see more trail connections through nature etc. 7/25/2018 11:34 PM ETTOMMINIFFER Restrooms 7/25/2018 11:26 PM More trails 7/25/2018 11:13 PM Field improvements 7/25/2018 10:57 PM More bike trails (connected to each other) 7/25/2018 10:50 PM 25/48 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey 179 More regional trails 7/25/2018 10:29 PM 180 Community pool 7/25/2018 10:28 PM 181 - • • More early evening children's events so working parents can take their kids to fun 7/25/2018 10:21 PM things, too. 182 M we really need safe trails to connect our neighborhood to Otsego from River Place on Co. 7/25/2018 9:56 PM Rd. 36 183 More biking trails that connect to neighboring towns 7/25/2018 9:49 PM 184 .. - Hockey arena 7/25/2018 9:48 PM 185 Connected trail systems that allow kids and families access to community- both the people 7/25/2018 9:12 PM and the beauty that Otsego has. 186 Outdoor swimming pool 7/25/2018 8:17 PM 187 Bigger better splash pad- we came from Champlin and it had a lot more to do at the 7/25/2018 8:17 PM pad then otsego 188 M Walking/biking trail system 7/25/2018 7:52 PM 189 • • • Love to see more sports programs like soccer and baseball for kids. 7/25/2018 7:47 PM 190 ' - • . • . Better music at the festival/activists for kids 7/25/2018 7:45 PM 191 Access to a lake for paddleboarding. 7/25/2018 7:37 PM 192 More baseball/softball fields and include a concession stand. 7/25/2018 7:20 PM 193 Keep up with safety of area, like grounds cameras, bathrooms, lighting, 7/25/2018 7:16 PM equipment of playgrounds and machines. Water safety. Good clean beautiful area to enjoy some fun and relaxation. 194 Love the dogpark 7/25/2018 7:11 PM 195 131IMPTU-M It would be nice to see better connections to the river. 7/25/2018 7:11 PM 196 • . - Ice rinks at the neighborhood parks 7/25/2018 7:03 PM 197 � We have had a great time at all the events at the prairie center except the Easter egg 7/25/2018 7:02 PM hunt. We had to park incredibly far away in the cold for my son to get zero eggs. Pretty dissatisfied with that but other events have been perfect 198 Community pool 7/25/2018 7:00 PM 199 Emphasis on more bike trails 7/25/2018 6:59 PM 200 1 would like to see the trail along Nashua extended to 39, it would also be nice to 7/25/2018 6:51 PM have a trail along 39 so bikers can be off the road 201 Additional Trails connecting parks. 7/25/2018 6:40 PM 202 � Covered Dugouts for ball fields 7/25/2018 6:38 PM 203 Would love to have more paths for walking/biking, natural areas 7/25/2018 6:30 PM 204 = Pickle ball courts 7/25/2018 6:22 PM 205 I'd love to see trails connecting communities/neighborhoods, etc. 7/25/2018 6:17 PM 206 Did not see Otsego park on 96th street listed. That is an awesome park. Would like to see all 7/25/2018 5:39 PM existing parks look like that. 207 ROM More baseball fields 7/25/2018 5:34 PM 208 M Trails and pathways that would help keep pedestrians and bicyclists off of narrow county 7/25/2018 5:23 PM roadways. 209 Another dog park 7/25/2018 4:56 PM 210 - • • • . Offer more of a discounted rate on programs for either lower income or just otsego 7/25/2018 4:49 PM residents. I would love to put my kids in otsego programs but have gone to Rogers because it's cheaper. 26/48 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey 211 U33M.. - Warming houses and ice rinks at neighborhood parks 7/25/2018 4:45 PM 212 1 would also like to see a community pool along with the splash pad. 7/25/2018 4:41 PM 213 a= More events offered for families. The pumpkin patch day, Easter day and Santa days are 7/25/2018 4:29 PM always so packed!!! Too many people so the experience has not been enjoyable. 214 I'd like to see more parks coming to the new neighborhoods . 7/25/2018 4:21 PM 215 Upgraded splash pad 7/25/2018 4:18 PM 216 am The Easter hunt should have a separate toddler area. Wish the splash pad 7/25/2018 4:16 PM was more interactive than just water spraying from the ground 217 C12J= Continue to offer classes for kids that focuses on teaching skills & having fun ... not 7/25/2018 4:00 PM just on winning!!! I love this about the Otsego Parks & Rec activities!!! Good job!!! More activities for early teens might be nice. 218 Outdoor or indoor pool 7/25/2018 3:59 PM 219 - • • • Add fan to zumba class 7/25/2018 3:56 PM 220 - • •.. A disc golf course and more outdoor fit camps 7/25/2018 3:55 PM 221 Restrooms or changing areas at Prairie Park 7/25/2018 3:52 PM 222 Upgrade splash pad and add wading pool. 7/25/2018 3:34 PM 223 We love having family get togethers at a park, so it'd be great if there were 7/25/2018 3:14 PM shelters that could be reserved. For daily use, shelters should be very close to the play equipment so parents can keep a close eye on the little kids. Northwood Park is great, so I suggest using that as a model for new parks. I'd be interested in seeing ideas that others come up with and voting on which ones are of most interest. 224 M More parks throughout neighborhoods. Sidewalk along 70th to connect 7/25/2018 3:09 PM neighborhoods together or to get to the other walking path near Martin farms 225 - • ... More tot times available for working parents 7/25/2018 3:08 PM 226 • • • Maybe more class options 7/25/2018 3:07 PM 227 Access Boat/Kayak/jet ski to the river. Maybe a dock or landing 7/25/2018 2:50 PM 228 More paved trails, expansion of trails along busy county roads where it is dangerous to use 7/25/2018 2:34 PM the shoulder for biking/walking/running. 229 � Bigger venue or more dates for Santa. 7/25/2018 2:33 PM 230 C12M= I love that the city is continually adding sports and activities for kids. Please keep 7/25/2018 2:25 PM adding more. Especially for younger kids. 231 IM M More blacktop biking trails. We have a lot of semi traffic and could use more bike 7/25/2018 2:16 PM trails for safe riding. 232 - • ... More family friendly activities evenings and weekends 7/25/2018 2:08 PM 233 - • ... More evening options for activities and programs for families with both parents 7/25/2018 1:56 PM working 234 � The Easter Egg Hunt was a mess. Older kids and toddlers searching for eggs together 7/25/2018 1:52 PM does not work. Big Lake sections areas off according to age and that works really well 27/48 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Q11 How do you learn about parks and recreation in Otsego? Answered: 486 Skipped: 86 Facebook or social media Recreation newsletter City website Other (please specify) 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES Facebook or social media 54.73% Recreation newsletter 48.56% City website 47.33% Other (please specify) 9.67% Total Respondents: 486 # OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) DATE 1 Live in the city and use the parks 9/16/2018 7:18 PM 2 Live in the area 9/16/2018 5:30 PM 3 1 don't... website 9/15/2018 10:09 AM 4 Neighbors 9/14/2018 9:02 PM 5 Ok 9/14/2018 8:40 PM 6 Email from youth sports 9/14/2018 4:50 PM 7 Rogers Otsego Youth Baseball Assocaition 9/14/2018 3:23 PM 8 From our coaches and parents of ROSA 9/14/2018 9:32 AM 9 ROSA 9/14/2018 8:31 AM 10 Sports 9/14/2018 8:28 AM 11 word of mouth/signage 9/14/2018 8:05 AM 12 Baseball 9/13/2018 8:44 PM 13 Northland little league 9/13/2018 8:02 PM 266 236 230 47 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Both baseball and softball associations in the area 9/13/2018 7:07 PM team events 9/13/2018 4:01 PM neighbors and friends 9/13/2018 3:37 PM 1 9/13/2018 2:39 PM sporting events 9/13/2018 2:33 PM Word of mouth 9/12/2018 5:42 PM Otsego News 9/6/2018 9:25 PM Friend 9/4/2018 9:35 PM local organizations 8/28/2018 9:56 PM friends 8/27/2018 2:09 PM Friends 8/27/2018 1:56 PM Used to live in Otsego 8/27/2018 1:39 PM Water Bill 8/20/2018 5:18 PM i go to them........ 8/20/2018 11:55 AM Friend 7/29/2018 8:31 AM I can never find useful information at any of these outlets 7/28/2018 6:35 AM Word of mouth and neighborhood 7/28/2018 5:44 AM Signs in the area 7/27/2018 12:42 PM Local newspapers 7/27/2018 9:54 AM Friends 7/27/2018 8:46 AM Word of mouth 7/27/2018 1:55 AM I feel like I don't hear a lot about the events. 7/26/2018 10:00 PM Neighbors 7/26/2018 7:54 PM I am OFFENDED that u asked what gender I indenify as. I will never again participate in any 7/26/2018 7:24 PM survey you send!!! But I am sure u don't care. You will when I vote because I do vote!! Signs in the community 7/26/2018 6:33 PM Employee 7/26/2018 2:23 PM Searching online 7/26/2018 7:02 AM Exploring/google 7/25/2018 11:36 PM We haven't learned much—we just moved in a few weeks ago, but would like to know more 7/25/2018 11:00 PM Emails 7/25/2018 9:50 PM Family 7/25/2018 8:28 PM I like going to other parks to see what they offer. 7/25/2018 7:19 PM Neighbors 7/25/2018 6:58 PM Mailers 7/25/2018 5:41 PM 29/48 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Q12 How effective is the current parks and recreation communication system? Answered: 487 Skipped: 85 Great! - I can find... Moderately effective - ... Not good - It is difficult... N/A 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES Great! - I can find information easily 35.52% Moderately effective - I can find some of what I'm looking for 52.57% Not good - It is difficult to find information 7.80% N/A 4.11% TOTAL 30/48 173 256 38 20 487 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Q13 On the map of Otsego above, which area of the city do you live in? Answered: 486 Skipped: 86 Northwest 0 Southwest Central / M Northeast Southeast Other (I don't live in Otsego) 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES Northwest 9.47% 46 Southwest 32.30% 157 Central / Northeast 32.92% 160 Southeast 14.61% 71 Other (I don't live in Otsego) 10.70% 52 TOTAL 486 31/48 Under 18 19-30 31-45 46-60 60+ Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Q14 What is your age? Answered: 487 Skipped: 85 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES Under 18 0.00% 0 19-30 11.29% 55 31 -45 68.17% 332 46-60 16.02% 78 60+ 4.52% 22 TOTAL 487 32/48 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Q15 What gender do you identify as? Answered: 486 Skipped: 86 Female Male Other Prefer not to say 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES Female 67.90% Male 31.28% Other 0.00% Prefer not to say 0.82% TOTAL 33/48 330 152 0 4 486 Otsego Parks and Recreation System Plan Survey Q16 Please list the number of children in each age group in your household. Answered: 451 Skipped: 121 Number of kids 0 Age 0-5 Age 6-10 Age 11-14 Age 15-18 Number of kids Age 0-5 Age 6-10 l Age 11-14 Age 15-18 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 00 ■1 62 jb3 4 ■5 ■6+ 1 2 3 4 5 6+ TOTAL 15.05% 40.80% 36.79% 6.35% 1.00% 0.00% 0.00% 45 122 110 19 3 0 0 299 16.18% 56.85% 24.07% 2.49% 0.41% 0.00% 0.00% 39 137 58 6 1 0 0 241 25.71% 54.29% 18.29% 1.71% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% 45 95 32 3 0 0 0 175 37.80% 45.67% 14.96% 1.57% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% 48 58 19 2 0 0 0 127 34/48