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REGIONAL PARK MASTER PLANnokomis-hiawatha
regional park
master plan process review
Needs Assessment Community Input:2 previous CAC meetingsCommunity Open House - June 12On-line input through June 19
REGIONAL PARK MASTER PLANnokomis-hiawatha
regional park
purpose for tonightReview the Needs AssessmentIdentify areas for focused studyDefine goals and a framework vision for the future
REGIONAL PARK MASTER PLANnokomis-hiawatha
regional park
Needs Assessment processInformed by:
CACCommunity Open HouseOnline questionnaire participantsMPRB Project Advisory Committee (PAC)MPRB and other agency staff at the Technical CharretteRecreation trendsDemographicsConsultant/staff tourPavement inventory with staff
Review of WPA resources and walls
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Rogers
Centerville
NewHope
MedicineLake
St. Bonifacius
Hassan Twp
Hanover
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Ham Lake
Andover
Anoka
Ramsey
Coon Rapids
Blaine Hugo
Marine on St. Croix
DellwoodNorth Oaks
Gem Lake
White Bear Lake
Vadnais Heights
Lino Lakes
Arden Hills
Shoreview
Circle Pines
Lexington
Columbia Heights
Spring Lake Park
Fridley
Hilltop
St. Anthony
Lauderdale
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Roseville
LittleCanada
Maplewood
North St. Paul
Mahtomedi
Pine Springs
Willernie
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Stillwater
Lakeland
Lakeland Shores
Lake St. Croix Beach
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Landfall
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LakeRiley
OakLake
Rice Lake
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MillerLake
TigerLake
YoungAmericaLake
BarnesLake
MariaLake
CourthouseLake
River
Baldwin Lake
DeerLake
HamLake
LakeNetta
CoonLake
LinwoodLake
IslandLake
TamarackLake
MartinLake
LittleCoonLake
HowardLake
MudLake
CrosswaysLake
Randeau Lake
DevilLake
MinardLake
FishLake
LakeGeorge
RoundLake
Crooked Lake
PeltierLake
CentervilleLake
GeorgeWatchLake
MarshanLake
RiceLake
ReshanauLakeGolden
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TwinLake
MooreLake
LongLake
TypoLake
BunkerLake
SpringLake
BootLake
Lochness
Sullivan Lake
CenaikoLake
Bruce Vento Trail
Trout Brook Trail
SmithPond
Pine Creek
Trout Brook
McColl Lake
EagleCreek
KellerLake
LakeVadnais
Turtle Lake
Lake Owasso
White Bear Lake
BaldEagleLake
ClearLake
BoneLake
GooseLake
BigMarineLake
FishLake
SandLake
SquareLake
BigCarnelianLake
LittleCarnelianLake
MudLake
TurtleLake
HorseshoeLake
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RiceLake
EggLake
SunsetLake
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SilverLake
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McCarrons Lake
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LongLake
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Lake Josephine
Lake Phalen
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SilverLake
LongLake
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OlsonLake
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Lake Elmo
GooseLake
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PowersLake
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PigsEyeLake
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LakeEdith
Spring Lake
WilmesLake
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Bennett Lake
LangtonLake
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Lost Lake
Brown’sCreek
GunClubLake
SimleyLake
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MinnehahaParkway Trail
HardwoodCreek Trail
MississippiRiver Trail
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MidtownGreenway
Bell Museum of Natural History
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Rice Creek North Trail
Big Rivers Trail
Cedar Lake- Kenilworth
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Phalen-Keller
William O’Brien State Park
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Bald Eagle-Otter Lakes
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Nokomis-Hiawatha
Minnehaha
MississippiGorge
Fort SnellingState Park
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Minnesota Valley NWRand Recreation Area
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Mounds
Bruce VentoNature
Sanctuary
Lake Elmo
Afton State Park
St. Croix Bluffs
Cottage Grove Ravine
Lebanon Hills
MinnesotaZoo
Baylor
Minnesota ValleyState Trail and
Recreation Area
Minnesota ValleyState Trail
Murphy-Hanrehan
ClearyLake
Spring Lake
Lake Byllesby
Miesville Ravine
Luce Line State Trail
GatewayState Trail
Luce Line State Trail
Dakota Rail Trail
Lake IndependenceTrail
Lake Minnetonka LRT Trail
CentralMississippiRiverfront
Above theFalls
LakeWaconia
MississippiRiver Trail
Rice Creek West Trail
StinsonParkway
TrailRidgewayParkway
Trail
St. Anthony Parkway
Trail
ColumbiaParkway
Trail
Central Anoka County Trail
Central Anoka County Trail
Rum River Trail
East AnokaTrail
Lake GeorgeMartin-Island-Linwood Lakes
Carlos Avery WMA
BunkerHills
Rum River Central
Coon Rapids Dam
Rice CreekChain of Lakes
Long Lake
TonySchmidt
Anoka CountyRiverfront
Silverwood
Rush CreekTrail
Shingle CreekTrailMedicine
LakeTrail
MedicineLake
Trail
BassettCreek Trail
Luce LineTrail
North CedarLake Trail
Cedar LakeLRT Trail
Minnesota River Bluffs LRT Trail
Minnesota Valley NWRVisitor Center
Crow-Hassan
Elm Creek
FishLake
CliftonFrench
Baker
Lake Rebecca
Noerenberg Gardens
Lake Minnetonka
TheodoreWirth
Minneapolis Chain of Lakes
Hyland-Bush-Anderson Lakes
Bryant Lake
Eagle Lake
NorthMississippi
Gale Woods
Sam Morgan Trail
Summit Ave Trail
USFWSLouisvilleSwamp
Big Marine
Minnesota Valley NWRand Recreation Area
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Twin Cities Metropolitan Area
REGIONAL
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Map Advisory:
This map is published for general reference purposes. Although reasonably detailed and believed to be accurate, the regional park boundaries depicted on this map are intended only to reflect the general location of the park boundaries. Park users should be aware of the actual boundaries and limits of the regional parks, reserves and trails while visiting or using those facilities. Changes to regional park boundaries may have occurred after the publication of this map.
role of the park in the city and region
Nokomis-Hiawatha
immediate context & Connections
NeighborhoodsMinnehaha Parkway
Cedar AvenueGateway to Grand Rounds / Intercity TrailCity Bikeways
54th Street
Longfellow Ave
45th Street
44th Street
49th Street
50th Street
Woodlawn
53rd Street
56th Street21st Ave
52nd Street
54th Street
Lake
Nok
omis
Pkw
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Cedar AveCedar Ave
Cedar Ave
MinnehahaParkway
Minnehaha Parkway
43th Street
27th
28th Street
44th Street
50th Street
56th Street
24th Ave
Woodlawn Blvd
Edgewater BlvdBloom
ington Ave
lake nokomis
lake hiawatha
minnehaha creek
28th Ave28th Ave
46th Street
48th Street
57th Street57th Street
56th Street
30th Ave30th Ave
17th Ave
14th Ave
13th Ave
14th Ave
12thAve
Nokomis Ave
E. Nokomis Pkwy
46th Street
Walking Path
Regional TrailOn-street Bike Path
Bike Path
Neighborhood Entrance
Crosswalks Signals
Parking Loti
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54th street Triangle Park
Lake Hiawatha Park Recreational Center
ar Ave 57th Street57th Street
REGIONAL PARK MASTER PLANnokomis-hiawatha
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demographic trendsThe 7 County Metropolitan Region is changing:
Flat to modest population growth Aging segment of the population – senior baby boomers Increased diversity
The neighborhoods immediately adjacent to park are experiencing:
Modest population declines (2000-2010)Decrease in 65+ age group (2000-2010)Continued attractiveness for families with childrenIncreased diversity
REGIONAL PARK MASTER PLANnokomis-hiawatha
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general trendsHealth & fitness consciousTime constraintsChanging climateInterest in transportation alternatives: biking, walking, transit
REGIONAL PARK MASTER PLANnokomis-hiawatha
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recreational trendsOrganized (group/team) sports & activities – flat to modest growthIndividual/informal recreation activities are increasing – walking, bicycling, running, fitness, yogaRise in non-traditional recreation – rock climbing, skate boarding, rugby, lacrosse, ultimate Frisbee, disc golf, pickleball, off leash dog areasMore multi-use of recreation facilitiesInterest in social gathering and eventsDesire for more durable and higher quality outdoor fieldsInterest in nature and wildlife (birding, pollinators, fishing, wildlife viewing)
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REGIONAL PARK MASTER PLANnokomis-hiawatha
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what we’ve learnedCAC input
Community Open House
PAC input
Agency input at technical charrette
Online Questionnaire
REGIONAL PARK MASTER PLANnokomis-hiawatha
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Select Questionnaire Summary recreation
Beach Recreation PlaygroundsPicnickingWalking / Running Biking
9.13%
24.9%
30.01%
35.96%
8.36%
36.99%
27.12% 27.53%26.63%
48.49%
20.23%
4.65%
17.16%
50.58%
21.55%
10.71%6.10%
35.91% 36.86%
21.14%Walking/running, biking, beach use, and picnicking are used by more than 3/4 of all respondants.
Very SatisfiedSatisfiedneeds improvementdidn’t participate
Q2 In what activities have you participated in the last year and how satisfied were you?
Q2 In what OTHER activities have you participated in the last year?
There is a high amount of interest in improving opportunities for skateboarding, pickleball, and birding.
REGIONAL PARK MASTER PLANnokomis-hiawatha
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Select Questionnaire Summary recreation
Q3 What amenities have you used in the last year and how satisfied were you?
Very Satisfied Satisfied needs improvement didn’t participate
parking
7.64%
40.63%
19.02%
32.71%
restrooms
3.41%
3.41%
51.50%
20.44%
lake nokomis community center
6.20%
28.72%
17.32%
47.76%
lake hiawatha community center
9.58%
18.86%
7.49%
64.07%
restaurant
21.76%
33.61%
16.74%
27.89%
bike rentals
2.41%9.17%
1.05%
87.37%
boat rentals1.53%
9.31%3.36%
85.80%
playground at nokomis beach
7.78%
20.26% 19.97%
51.98%
nokomis art walk
66.22%
17.56%13.99%
2.23%
nokomis beach house
47.79%
35.44%
14.12%
2.65%
boat launch
82.73%
4.24%
11.06%
1.97%
arboretum
89.64%
1.95%6.46%
1.95%
vita course
79.94%
17.46%
2.14%0.46%
hiawatha wading pool
60.77%
4.13%
17.11%17.99%
47.16%
playground at lake hiawatha
6.99%
22.85%23.00%
playground at main beach
43.34%
32.21%
19.77%
4.69%
playground at 54th street
57.16%
30.28%
8.57%3.99%
REGIONAL PARK MASTER PLANnokomis-hiawatha
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Select Questionnaire Summary circulation & connectivity
Q5 How would you rate these aspects of the trails in Nokomis-Hiawatha on a scale of 0-5? (0 = needs imparovemnt / 5 = very satisfied)
surface
width
connectivity
safety
signage
1.61
1.72
1.81
1.72
1.68
On a scale of 0-5, no aspect of trails in the park was given more than 1.81, with an average of 1.7.
Q8 If you use the trails to cross Cedar Avenue, how difficult do you find it as a...
always difficult
i don’t use this
difficult at times rarely difficult
never difficult
pedestrian cyclist
14.63%
45.15%
25.18%
5.63%9.42%
15.46%
43.21%
21.53%
4.91%
14.88%
Over half of survey takers report crossing cedar avenue as difficult at times, or always difficult as pedestrians or bikers.
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Select Questionnaire Summary water quality & natural resources
Q10 In which lakes has poor water quality affected your participation in the following activities... (check all that apply)
lake nokomis
lake hiawatha
Don’t participate in this activity
boating
walking/running
swimming
fishing
7.83%
13.31%
83.56%
32.39%
30.77%
48.18%
51.53%
65.43%
18.58%
16.73%
18.75%
75.81%
Swimming in Lakes Hiawatha and Nokomis are the activities most affected by poor water quality.
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Q12 Does flooding ever affect the following park activities?
only some years yearly seasonally throughout the yearnever
use of trails access to amenities use of fields parking
5.31%
39.60%
12.48%
40.03%
4.16%
34.32%38.19%
5.17%
20.48%
2.40%
19.02%
36.59%
8.51%
32.07%
4.71%
71.17%
18.61%
1.84%7.16%
1.84%
Select Questionnaire Summary water quality & natural resources
Most respondents report flooding affecting park activities only some years or seasonally.
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Vision and goals are...
Organized by topic: Recreation, Transportation, Natural Resources & Water Quality
Based on the input from park users, neighbors and staff
Vision and goals are to be a ‘touchstone’ and a guide for preparation and evaluation of alternatives for key areas and the master plan
The goals are a guide to park’s role, character, and function
vision & goals overview
REGIONAL PARK MASTER PLANnokomis-hiawatha
regional park
Primary GoalsContinue to be a top 10 most visited regional park and provide high quality regional-scale recreation experienceContinue to ensure quality recreation for everyone Meet neighborhood recreation needsContinue to provide and improve recreation and support facilities including:
Aquatics (swimming, boating, beach, etc.)Field based athleticsIndoor neighborhood recreationPlaygroundsEventsWinter skating, cross-country skiing, and walkingTennis, volleyball, pickleballOthers?
recreation
Continue to provide and improve multiple scales of community gathering:
SandcastlePicnickingEvents
Consider adding key new facilities:New performance spaceNew event centerSkate parkDisc GolfOff-leash dog areaOthers?
Vision: Improve upon what’s there and add key facilities.
REGIONAL PARK MASTER PLANnokomis-hiawatha
regional park
For discussion...Should park improvements support existing uses/events or attract more users/larger events?
recreation
REGIONAL PARK MASTER PLANnokomis-hiawatha
regional park
Proposed Focus Area Studiesrecreation
Main Beach / Athletic Fields Nokomis Community Center &50th Street Beach
Lake Hiawatha Beach & Recreation Area
REGIONAL PARK MASTER PLANnokomis-hiawatha
regional park
Primary GoalsImprove Cedar Ave and Minnehaha Parkway crossings for pedestrians and bicyclistsResolve circulation conflicts (trails/rec uses, bike/walk, bike/walk/vehicle)Improve connections to the surrounding neighborhoodsAct as a southern gateway to the grand rounds from the Intercity TrailImprove loop trail experience (consistent pavement, art walk, signage)Others?
For Discussion...Where should trail improvement priorities focus? (e.g. crossings, widths, designations, signage, etc?
circulation & connectivityVision: Offer a premier lake loop trail experience.
REGIONAL PARK MASTER PLANnokomis-hiawatha
regional park
Natural resources & water quality vision & goals
REGIONAL PARK MASTER PLANnokomis-hiawatha
regional park
natural resources & water quality
Primary Goals Expand wetland areas and vegetated buffers for habitat and stormwater management benefits
Improve habitat for birds, pollinators, and fish
Naturalize some commonly wet and/or underutilized turf areas
Discourage Canadian Geese
Explore solutions for reducing trash input to Hiawatha via Minnehaha Creek
Identify stormwater management opportunities with multiple functions
Master Plan should recognize the importance of managing
stormwater throughout the watershed
Vision: Improve the natural setting and quality of the park.
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trailnaturalizedlandscape
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naturalizedlandscape
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natural resources & water qualityFor Discussion...
How natural should the park be?
nokomis-hiawatha regional park
next stepsPlanned Public Hearing for the 54th Street Play Area Design ConceptMPRB Board Meeting Wednesday, July 16, 2014Where: 2117 West River Road, Minneapolis, MN 55411
CAC Workshop #4 Tuesday, July 29, 2014 (6:30 PM – 8:30 PM) Where: Nokomis Community Center
2401 E. Minnehaha Pkwy– Minneapolis, MN 55417Meeting Focus: Review master plan draft concepts
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