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Home My WebLink About2.B. Splash Pad%D EXECUTIVE SUMMARY CITY COUNCIL City Council Work Session Meeting: August 14, 2013 AGENDA ITEM: Splash Pad AGENDA SECTION: Discussion PREPARED BY: Dan Schultz, Parks and Recreation AGENDA NO. e2. Director ATTACHMENTS: Concept Plan; Cost Estimates; Other projects designed by the consultant APPROVED BY: RECOMMENDED ACTION: Discussion only. ISSUE At the Special City Council Work Session on Monday, August 5, 2013, there was further discussion on where in Central Park the splash pad should be located. The City Council gave staff direction to locate the splash pad, sun shelter and a community play feature in the northeast corner of the park. These amenities would be located in the area where the west hockey rink currently is located. The plan also calls for a skating circuit and open space to be located where the east rink currently is located. This area will allow for several seasonal uses. Staff would like to discuss with the City Council the phasing of the improvements. The concept plan that has been included in the packet identifies the main improvements. The first phase would include the splash pad, sun shelter and a trail connection to the existing park shelter. It would also include fencing and a landscape buffer between the park and some public works facilities. The second phase would include the remaining improvements that are identified in the attached concept plan. Not yet included in the concept plan is the addition of a platform for sound technicians using the amphitheater and also stairs that would increase the ease of access to the amphitheater. Staff are checking with recent users to see where they recommend placing the sound technician platform. Staff would like to discuss what type of amenities the City Council would like to see part of the splash pad. Some of the options include ground spray products, overhead spray features and water dumping structures. Most splash pads seem to have a mix of amenities. Knowing what the City Council might have in mind for a theme or design will help us to engage suppliers of the splash pad amenities and further discuss a design with them that we can include in the project specifications. If the City Council is comfortable with the concept plan as presented, we need to decide on what phases of the project to move forward with and then order the necessary plans and specifications to bid out the project. SUMMARY Staff would like for the City Council to review the concept plan, provide feedback and discuss next steps regarding this project. 'SAO V a i F y,.i Ast LANDSCAPE PLANTINGS - 'ISLAND' WITHIN SKATING CIRCUIT SKATING CIRCUIT -\ DURING WINTER CONCRETE PADS FOR VENDORS, \ ART DISPLAYS, WINTER ICE SCULPTING EVENTS 30' SQ. SHELTER RETAINING WITH OUTDOOR WALLS PLAZA HOUSE / 7 L' FUTURE PARKING IMPROVEMENTS Ar T i 1 11- or: is a mt� p.,d.q F6a t�niete- urammwow..mieio-ero msa�anw. r.w s.nv: — s+r.� �.r�„e ny Hai wiFSff. war.v.w._cam..a TILEVEL. 1Y AREA r t 6Q00 SF) ACCESSIBLE ROUTE TO UPP PLAY SPACE FENCING P , LANDSCAPE BUFFER PHASE 7 LIMITS PRIMARY T 91 r 'c s r 7 f dai , - 0 50 100' Scale: I"= 50' 7'� 701 Xenia Avenue South, Suite 300 AB Minneapolis, MN 55416 www.wsbeng.com City of Rosemount, MN C. INFRAST- ENGIN- PLANNING CONSTTTRUC77ON Central Park Splash Pad Concept Plan �a w� t 30' SQ. SHELTER RETAINING WITH OUTDOOR WALLS PLAZA HOUSE / 7 L' FUTURE PARKING IMPROVEMENTS Ar T i 1 11- or: is a mt� p.,d.q F6a t�niete- urammwow..mieio-ero msa�anw. r.w s.nv: — s+r.� �.r�„e ny Hai wiFSff. war.v.w._cam..a TILEVEL. 1Y AREA r t 6Q00 SF) ACCESSIBLE ROUTE TO UPP PLAY SPACE FENCING P , LANDSCAPE BUFFER PHASE 7 LIMITS PRIMARY T 91 r 'c s r 7 f dai , - 0 50 100' Scale: I"= 50' 7'� 701 Xenia Avenue South, Suite 300 AB Minneapolis, MN 55416 www.wsbeng.com City of Rosemount, MN C. INFRAST- ENGIN- PLANNING CONSTTTRUC77ON Central Park Splash Pad Concept Plan Central Park Splash Pad Development - Estimate of Cost to Construct Date: August 8, 2013 The following estimated costs are based on preliminary conceptual planning. In addition to the estimates below. Phase 1 Improvements (splash pad & shade seating) Phase 1- Base Development Item # -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Description Estimated Cost 1 Removals $ 17,500.00 2 Earthwork $ 12,000.00 3 Utilities $ 65,500.00 4 Electrical $ 20,000.00 5 Splash pad: concrete slab, splash equipment and control system $ 285,000.00 6 Chainlink fence barrier adjacent to public works (black vinyl clad) $ 8,750.00 7 30' shade shelter $ 61,500.00 8 Concrete pavement $ 11,200.00 9 Trails / connections $ 19,240.00 10 Drinking fountain $ 3,500.00 11 Site Amenities: seating, trash receptacle, bike rack $ 10,000.00 12 Restoration & landscaping $ 27,500.00 Phase 1 Base Development Subtotal $ 541,690.00 Phase 1- Relocation Items Item # Description Estimated Cost -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 Relocation of hockey rinks with lighting to other parks $ 250,000.00 Phase 1 Relocation Items Subtotal $ 250,000.00 Phase 1- Summary -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Phase 1 Combined Subtotal (Base plus Relocation Items) $ 791,690.00 Estimated Indirect Costs (20 %) $ 158,338.00 Phase 1 Total Estimated Cost (Base plus Relocation Item Costs) $ 950,028.00 Note: This estimate includes a Splash Pad with a 'pass through' domestic water system. Water will flow through the splash pad and be deposited into the existing retaining ponds within the park. This water will infiltrate, with the option of utilizing for irrigation of turf areas within Central Park and Erickson Park in the future through expanded mechanical systems at additional cost. WSB Project 01916 -970 Page 1 of 2 Central Park Splash Pad Development - Estimate of Cost to Construct Phase 2 Improvements (play area and plaza) Phase 2 Item # Description Estimated Cost -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 Earthwork $ 42,500.00 2 Play containers, wood fiber surf, and play features (6,000 sq. ft) $ 175,000.00 3 Safety fencing associated with walls at play area $ 48,000.00 4 Rubberized ADA surfacing for play areas at key locations $ 50,000.00 5 Retaining Walls for play area $ 135,000.00 6 Concrete plaza and fire pit west of shelter $ 11,900.00 7 Concrete vendor pads $ 26,950.00 8 Bituminous trail modifications $ 1,500.00 9 Utilities $ 7,500.00 10 Upgrade concrete pavement to decorative textured /stained $ 16,150.00 11 Pedestrian lighting $ 45,000.00 12 Restoration & landscaping $ 22,500.00 Subtotal $ 582,000.00 Estimated Indirect Costs (20 %) $ 116,400.00 Phase 2 Total Estimated Cost $ 698,400.00 WSB Project 01916 -970 Page 2 of 2 CHILDREN'S ENVIRONMENTS Children's Play Areas are important for a number of reasons; providing physical, intellectual and social development, reinforcing emotional values, and promoting creative learning. WSB & Associates, Inc. has developed a number of children's play areas over the years, ranging in size from small tot lots up to large regional sized playgrounds, each project producing its own set of challenges. Avariety of creative environments have evolved through these designs, such as barrier free play, nature -based play equipment, or themed play areas, and we have been involved from the initial concepts through the actual implementation. A large part of our role in the design of these play spaces includes providing a creative and challenging experience for the users while staying within the rules and regulations set forth by the CPSC, ASTM, and the Americans with Disabilities Act design standards and guidelines as they relate to public parks, trails and recreation areas. Given the importance of the evolving guidelines, we strive to stay abreast of the changes and, when needed, consult with a playground compliance specialist to ensure our designs meet all safety criteria. The following portfolio highlights a wide -range of children's environments we have created over the past few years. ereatiye °z Play: aspontaneous, undirectedoctivitythatis performeamainl y forenjoymentordiversion. wsbeng.com WSB & Assaci.1e , Inc, CHILDREN'S ENVIRONMENTS Contact: Jay Lotthammer - Director of Parks & Recreation Services City of Eden Prairie 8080 Mitchell Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344 (952) 949 -8440 Round Lake Park Eden Prairie, Minnesota Project Overview: The City of Eden Prairie hired Brauer /WSB team to redevelop a community park that was in need of improvements to meet the current recreational demands of the community. The master plan includes reorganization of some of the existing amenities to allow for a larger playground component within the park, including a splash pad. Our team worked with the client and equipment manufacturer on the planning and design of the splash pad, with a recirculating water treatment system, to complement the beach and new playground area activities. Additional improvements include a new skate park, reorganized ballfields and parking lots, and improvements to the water quality of the existing lake, while ensuring the loop trail system around the lake is maintained. C/ Master planning graphic highlighting the play area layout Project Status Et Budget: The master plan was finalized in 2011 and construction of phase one was completed in 2012 for a construction cost of $1.6 million. Services: • Facilitation of public involvement • Construction documents • Master planning • Bidding & Construction observation Construction photos illustrating the custom signs, safety surfacing, and play equipment wsbeng.com A WSB & Ass —ial -, Inc, CHILDREN'S ENVIRONMENTS Contact: Michael Brethorst, City Administrator City of Melrose 225 1st Street NE Melrose, MN 56352 (320) 256 -4278 Melrose Splash Pad 8t Skate Park Melrose, MN Project Overview: As part of an overall improvement plan for Sauk River Park a skate park and splash pad design was developed. The Brauer/ WSB team worked with various vendors to present multiple options for both the skate park and splash pad for the public and city officials to review. After several public open houses and input session a consensus was developed on the preferred plan. Utilizing the graphic from the master planning process the City has went on to apply for legacy funding dollars along with raise money within the community. This added amenity would serve many residents and families well. Project Status: Master planning was completed in the spring of 2012. Grant writing and graphics assistance was completed in the September 2012. Brauer £t Associates, Ltd. Services: • Worked closely with staff through all phases of design • Conceptual planning • Worked with vendors to create multiple options for splash pad • Master Planning • Assistance with grant writing and preparing applicable graphics Skate park rendering from American Ramp Company �►-4r eve r�r —r�1�L CITY OF IYIELRQ$E, MINNESPTA EHhi HCEO I o,�wnn.� -ryn. \� LABE TIA IKd 6EH�H= r ILAR I1WL � MV RR—AN rwt -n�. ul� SKATE PAFZK & SPLASH PAD DEVELOPMENT PRELIMINARY CONCEPT PLAN Concept plan graphic 'R'#, 3 m _: — . clowlip, 7 Splash pad rendering from Waterplay WSB wsbeng.com & Ass —ial -, Inc CHILDREN'S ENVIRONMENTS Contact: Jay Lotthammer, Director of Parks and Recreation City of Eden Prairie 8080 Mitchell Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344 (952) 949 -8440 Miller Park Eden Prairie, MN Project Overview: The City of Eden Prairie commissioned the WSB landscape architects to redevelop a community park that was in need of improvements due to aging equipment. A big driving force behind this project was the idea of creating a barrier free play environment and providing activities that are accessible to people with all abilities. One family within the community initiated this idea and through donations from them and others within the community, their vision was made possible. With an aquatic theme in mind the plan included poured -in -place safety surfacing, an elevated sand and water table, seating with a tensile shade canopy structure, an elevated boardwalk, themed ornamental fence and entrance sign, and customized benches and tables. Project Status Et Budget: The master plan was finalized in 2008 and construction of phase one was completed in the fall of 2008 phase 2 in 2009, and phase 3 in 2010. All 3 phases were constructed for a budget of approximately $800,000. Services: • Facilitation of public involvement • Master planning • Construction documents • Bidding & Construction observation Splash Pad ` F Play Features wsbeng.com WSB & Ass —ial -, Inc, CHILDREN'S ENVIRONMENTS Contact: Stephen Shurson, Landscape Architect, Three Rivers Park District 3000 Xenium Lane North Plymouth, MN 55441 -1299 (763) 559 -6766 "Big Woods "Creative Play Area Three Rivers Park District - Lake Rebecca Park Reserve Project Overview: Three Rivers Park District commissioned Brauer & Associates, Ltd. to prepare construction documents for a custom - themed creative play area located at Lake Rebecca Park Reserve. The Park District had chosen a "Big Woods" theme, which ultimately included various play equipment designed to appear like a log cabin, an up- rooted tree, a children's tree house, and a fire look -out tower. All play pieces are custom - themed and accessible. Key project design goals included: • Work within the existing play area footprint and preserve the existing trees. • Provide unique, accessible, and code compliant play features. • Provide a unique regionally -based play area that will draw additional people to the park reserve. Project Status: The construction documents were completed in the fall of 2008 with construction ending in the fall of 2009 The construction budget was approximately $700,000 Services: • Worked closely with staff through all phases of design • Design Development through Construction Documents Construction Bidding and Observation Park Signage Awl r At U Field trip day for a local school - the play area can accommodate up to 300 kids at any time! - -- V.-- Jim -. Ak i _ •.�� IJ Film Construction Document Design Details Birds -eye view of play area - wsbeng.com WSB & Assaci.1e , Inc, CHILDREN'S ENVIRONMENTS Contact: Stephen Shurson, Landscape Architect, Three Rivers Park District 3000 Xenium Lane North Plymouth, MN 55441 -1299 (763) 559 -6766 Lake Rebecca "Big Woods" Creative Play Area - Firetower Addition Lake Rebecca Park Reserve, Three Rivers Park District Project Overview: Three Rivers Park District commissioned the WSB landscape architectural group to prepare construction documents for a custom - themed creative play area located at Lake Rebecca Park Reserve. The Park District had chosen a "Big Woods" theme, which ultimately included various play equipment designed to appear like a log cabin, an up- rooted tree, and a children's tree house. As an extension of those features the Park District is now ready to add a firetower to the play area. The custom designed firetower meets all accessibility and play equipment requirements as defined by current guidelines and is destined to a big (and tall) hit at the park! Project Status £t Budget: Construction is scheduled to be completed in the summer of 2011 for a cost of approximately $350,000. Services: • Concept Planning • Design Development • Construction Documents • Construction Observation Elevation Views of Each Side of the Structure Fire finder and informational sign View of fire tower from play area below wsbeng.com WSB & Assaci.1e , Inc, CHILDREN'S ENVIRONMENTS Contact: Stephen Shurson, Landscape Architect, Three Rivers Park District 3000 Xenium Lane North Plymouth, MN 55441 -1299 (763) 559 -6766 Elm Creek Park Reserve Creative Play Area Three Rivers Park District Project Overview: Three Rivers Park District commissioned the WSB landscape architects to prepare schematic design drawings for a creative play area located at Elm Creek Park Reserve. Due to a number of other very popular activities located within the park that draw large crowds, the Park District elected to create a play area that is filled with maximum play value. The final design is 40,000 SF and equipped to handle almost 500 kids at one time! Many play equipment pieces were reviewed so that all ages, abilities, and physical challenges would be incorporated in the final vision. Key project design goals included: • Work within the existing play area footprint and preserve the existing trees. • Provide unique, accessible, and code compliant play features. • Provide maximum play value while staying within the Park District's budget. Project Status £t Budget: The schematic design was completed in August of 2009 and the play area opened up to the public in the spring of 2011. Total cost to construct was approximately $1.3 million. Final Schematic Plan Graphic wsbeng.com WSB & Ass —ial -, Inc, SAND PLAY (2 -5 YRS) ZIP LINES : - -:x' ENTRANCE .EXISTING (5 -12 YRS) }t�,= -DA PICNIC-: SEATING SPACE -� PLAZA ,. MULTI- E; EXIS MOTION PLAY (5.12 '1 CXT ', YRS) 1 } 1 -._ SEATING �" �• PLAZA- i- - - TYP- sos� NET, _ PICNIC SPACE - TY (5 -12 YRS} SWINGSET ROCK WALL �,, -. (ALL AGES} CLIMBER c - _ FITNESS � ... -_n)�� STATION - TY TUNNEL! � 0 1 BRIDGE �� - '` TRFE CANOP 2 TOWERS WITH •1 g�' •� -' 0 �' (FUTURE PRO SLIDES (5- 12YR$ }, _ ie 1. l PLAN f Final Schematic Plan Graphic wsbeng.com WSB & Ass —ial -, Inc, CHILDREN'S ENVIRONMENTS Contact: Dave Johnson, Director of Recreation Services City of Minnetonka 14600 Minnetonka Boulevard Minnetonka, MN 55345 (952) 939 -8360 ��... 9elem�andia— m1s p� rePlare xias �u., E�� GC �uipiren �ing all c— J .to zl�t i xa w as CC F UL t Q�1 m h� Jz V - ' ^•' anaz.�sn :clan . —P.— �e Shady Oak Beach Playground Im- provements Project Overview: The cities of Minnetonka and Hopkins received a grant of $187,500 from the Hennepin County Board, through their Target Field sales tax revenue, to aid the cities in their renovation of the playground areas of Shady Oak Beach. The playground renovations included removal of the existing playground equipment and replacement with new equipment that meets the current standards for safety and accessibility within the original allotted spaces. The upper playground area was to remain mainly geared toward the preschool age group, with some sand and water activities added in for sensory play, appropriate for a beach site. The lower playground area was designated for elementary and older age groups with the middle area remaining designated with swinging events. Additional seating and shaded areas were incorporated into the designs for the users, as well as for those sitting and viewing the playground areas. Project Status £t Budget: Construction began in the fall of 2010 and was completed in the spring of 2011 for a cost of approximately $350,000. Services: • Concept planning through construction documents • Bidding • Construction observation MINNETONKA / HOPKINS, MINNESOTA & Assaci.1e , Inc, SPECIAL USE PARKS Urban Design / Special Use Parks: The urban design / special -use park portfolio section covers a broad range of urban design projects and park and recreation facilities orientated toward single purpose use or a unique setting. WSB has had numerous opportunities in recent years to work on a number of projects that either offer a unique design opportunity for a public space or simply add to the perceived quality of life and economic vitality of a community. The following selected projects highlight a few of the firm's recent experiences related to these types of projects. URBAN: characteristic of city life, from L. urbanus "of or pertaining to a city or city life," as a noun, "city dweller," from urbs (gen. urbis ) "city," of unknown origin. wsbeng.com WSB & Assaci.1e , Inc, SPECIAL USE PARKS Contact: Steve Stadler, Director of Public Works City of Hopkins 11100 Excelsior Blvd. Hopkins, MN 55343 (952) 548 -6350 Hopkins Bandshell 8t Performance Stage Hopkins, MN Project Overview: This project included redeveloping an existing park space located in downtown Hopkins to include an outdoor performance stage and plaza seating area. Jason Amberg of WSB developed a custom - designed performance bandshell with electricity and lighting that was so well received by the City and the manufacturing company that is has now become a standard design offered through Litchfield Industries. wsbeng.com WSB & Assaci.1e , Inc, SPECIAL USE PARKS Contact: Diane Evans, Director of Parks & Recreation City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Blvd. Plymouth, MN 55447 -1482 (763) 509 -5220 Millennium Garden Plymouth, MN (1 of 2) Project Overview: Millennium Garden is a community social gathering area with a variety of specialty display gardens and art exhibit areas located adjacent to the city's Community Center. The Garden provides an aesthetic backdrop to the civic campus and is designed to accommodate varying community events, such as wedding and social ceremonies, while minimizing ongoing maintenance costs. One way this was accomplished was by developing the majority of the gardens with indigenous plant community display areas including restored woodlands, tallgrass prairie, shortgrass prairie, etc. The reintroduction of these native species enhances the character of the park, both aesthetically and ecologically, reduces maintenance costs, and serves as an educational tool for the community. As visitors enter the garden space, they pass through the Donor Recognition Area which is comprised of an aquatic display pool, rose garden, and ornamental fencing, as well as specialty paver units and plaques recognizing those who contributed monetarily to the project. Z7_11 I IiK 11 k:H wsbeng.com A WSB & Ass —ial -, Inc, SPECIAL USE PARKS Contact: Diane Evans, Director of Parks & Recreation City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Blvd. Plymouth, MN 55447 -1482 (763) 509 -5220 Millennium Garden Plymouth, MN (2 of 2) 3 -D Image of the Water Feature Photo of the Water Feature Project Status Et Budget: The first phases of construction for this project were completed in 2003. Services: • Facilitation of public involved design process • Master planning through construction documents • • Bidding and construction observation Gateway Feature Custom Manhole Cover Art Display Area with Main Arbor Structures in Background wsbeng.com WSB & Ass —ial -, Inc, SPECIAL USE PARKS Contact: Diane Evans, Director of Parks & Recreation City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Blvd. Plymouth, MN 55447 -1482 (763) 509 -5220 Hilde Performance Center Plymouth, MN (1 of 2) Project Overview: The Hilde Performance Center is home to the renowned Music in Plymouth Celebration that occurs every July in the city of Plymouth. The performance stage is positioned between City Hall, Millennium Gardens, Lifetime Fitness, and Plymouth's main retail center. Despite its great location, there were no identifying features or entrance points that indicated to visitors or passersby where to enter the site or what the site offers. This project focused on not only solving this issue, but also enhancing the overall concert and park experience. The master plan for this park included creating a main entrance plaza along Plymouth Boulevard and highlighting key secondary entrance points. It also creates space for vendors, restrooms, enhanced spectator seating, a small play area, and improved circulation. All of the sculptures, ornamental fencing, light standards, play equipment, paving patterns, etc. are all music and performance - themed. ..fl C"4�z- lxw CITY OF N-Y M OUTH, M1NNF54TA G�rrim.unw� r..4 �A Fmwm iYa Master Plan [m W.u..YU Aurcux�m T Ak Design Graphic £t Photo of Ornamental Wall with Scrollwork YY �/� SB wsbeng.com - & Ass —ial -, Inc, SPECIAL USE PARKS Contact: Diane Evans, Director of Parks & Recreation City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Blvd. Plymouth, MN 55447 -1482 (763) 509 -5220 Hilde Performance Center Plymouth, MN (2 of 2) Project Status £t Budget: Master planning was completed in June 2008. Construction was completed in time for the concert in the summer of 2011. Services: Photo of ornamental handrails U NIUSI A[.SCURE SCULPTURE5 K"Y RD KKK . _ BEMCU STYP.7 $T°NE AMCt - r Wf1Oi]EH 11IC[P6 COEI -ECROM ANA EGMWA- � Iinu LE+,ARn £NTRAti�i. �_\ MUSICAL NOTES AND KEYBOARD PLAZA CT. 1 HIEPE DECORATIVE IRON BRNCING DECORATIVE CA FOUI AIN BENCH ("P.) RELOCATED HrOE DP.OICATION MONUMENT PATR - HILDE S—E 81 Master Plan Graphics used to portray the unique park features Photo of upper plaza fountain Photo of the lawn seating area for the large stage from the smaller performance stage with tiered hillside seating wsbeng.com WSB & Ass —ial -, Inc, Mms • • Schematic Design Scul.nuNRs • • Master Planning 5=1. • • Construction Documents BRCf GE oRTEAM, • • Construction Observation STORM WATR c °ELEGTINNN EuMINA Photo of ornamental handrails U NIUSI A[.SCURE SCULPTURE5 K"Y RD KKK . _ BEMCU STYP.7 $T°NE AMCt - r Wf1Oi]EH 11IC[P6 COEI -ECROM ANA EGMWA- � Iinu LE+,ARn £NTRAti�i. �_\ MUSICAL NOTES AND KEYBOARD PLAZA CT. 1 HIEPE DECORATIVE IRON BRNCING DECORATIVE CA FOUI AIN BENCH ("P.) RELOCATED HrOE DP.OICATION MONUMENT PATR - HILDE S—E 81 Master Plan Graphics used to portray the unique park features Photo of upper plaza fountain Photo of the lawn seating area for the large stage from the smaller performance stage with tiered hillside seating wsbeng.com WSB & Ass —ial -, Inc, SPECIAL USE PARKS Contact: Terry Schwerm, City Manager City of Shoreview 4600 North Victoria Street Shoreview, MN 55126 (651) 490 -4611 Shoreview Community Foundation Overlook Shoreview, MN Project Overview: The City of Shoreview wanted to incorporate a pond overlook area into their City Hall campus site. The design ideas generated by City staff included: a picturesque scenery for photo opportunities for prom, graduation, family reunions, etc., additional seating or picnic space, viewing opportunities for the pond, four season interest through the use of varying vegetation, a fund raising component to the design (bricks, signage, etc.), and a historical component to the design (painted or mosaic tile wall murals as example). Multiple concepts with varying degrees of development proposed were generated, thus providing the City with multiple options for development based on the level of funding of available. Project Status: Conceptual planning was completed in the summer of 2011. Services: • Work closely with City staff to generate program • Land use planning • Site and architectural planning • Cost estimation Sowll Omamemal Rawwd Patio Cr dook wh Seating Plantings Qmamentat La" Fence Area SeulpluM ElemIent 1 Pond Fount m Preliminary concept plan with alternate options for accessing overlook platform r FF IN� +F.r P. ; Sowll Omamemal Rawwd Patio Cr dook wh Seating Plantings Qmamentat La" Fence Area SeulpluM ElemIent 1 Pond Fount m Preliminary concept plan with alternate options for accessing overlook platform r FF IN� +F.r Alternate concept plan that minimizes shoreline disturbance and costs wsbeng.com A WSB & Assaciales, Inc, SPECIAL USE PARKS Contact: Perry Vetter, Assistant Public Works Director City of Minnetonka 11522 Minnetonka Blvd Minnetonka, MN 55305 (952) 988 -8412 Mills Landing Minnetonka, MN � ar Project Overview: As part of a collaborative effort between the City of z, Minnetonka and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District, Y. WSB designed a proposed canoe launch and trailhead in the heart of Minnetonka along Minnehaha Creek. This feature is part of an overall vision and rehabilitation project that allowsn the creek to be restored, yet more accessible and usable by the general public. Mills Landing will feature approximately 20 -30 parking spaces, a canoe drop off turn - around area, canoe racks, iw"a trailhead map kiosk, plaza seating, an accessible ramp down l` to the creek, and a comfortable transition platform for canoe launches. The overall design character will play off a canoe and creek theme giving a welcoming and fun spirit to the space! J, Project Status: The master plan was completed in 2009. Services: • Concept Planning • Master Planning - GTE 7RU�vcv � r .u•d•aanoruc �� "\ . a cnve,ww wc..rrxr '^A °`"`• war c.. r `- ansnrwce +woe rune mx ,. -•" , ... *�am+.ROt++u, _ernuxce �.an.+Ewr slur rR r• �� - w euaTOx ocmaeaoeaoasrrzxs .. ': a• cdicacre nux.AU � fiyr]/ ff ■f '•M-W tRAF Ww .f—.C.+iYLC Master Plan Graphic MI-111JI711, Initial Concept Planning Graphics wsbeng.com WSB & Assaci.1e , Inc, SPECIAL USE PARKS Contact: Steve Michaud, Park & Recreation Director City of Lakeville 20195 Holyoke Avenue Lakeville, Minnesota 55044 (952) 985 -4601 Lakeville Veteran's Memorial - Aronson Park Lakeville, Minnesota Project Overview: Within Aronson Park there is an existing Veteran's memorial featuring an old F -86H Sabre U.S. Air Force jet. The City commissioned WSB to help them further define the memorial space within the overall park and enhance it as well. Steel fencing with decorative columns that integrated the emblems from the five military divisions were part of the enhancement plan as well as additional perennial and annual plantings. Project Status: Conceptual planning was completed in the summer of 2011. Services: • Work closely with City staff to generate program • Site and architectural planning • Cost estimation LAIiEVILLE 4'L+''1'ERANS i�1ETNIOR1AL A R O N S O N P A R K - A[C'�sA1NLE Co raerr: WALKWAY SI9 LCUL %IN II] 1, -1.1 — C'A51 CONCK IL CAP .1 .�,rsn. FENrrvr P-11 RWIA -F V SM I, SA1IXYdN -FACED SWNE . C�NYt NLIL i�A#L [.AVa f1n S'rrr.L Fxnunvpx. uAm Anon Fmrm ['M &5A Nk" IN CFN1K0. _ f KrLeL Fcrx"IU� nr M— �. f A. SI YE Dl I�tiS11A� � ^ i r. �` 11 At F. N �Z OV ry. �IIwx�Lw�AMwi.�lir �� Final concept board wsbeng.com WSB & Ass —ial -, Inc, SPECIAL USE PARKS Contact: Terry Schultz, Director of Parks and Natural Resources City of Burnsville 13713 Frontier Court Burnsville, MN 55337 (952) 895 -4550 City Center Tier / Skate Park Burnsville, MN Project Overview: The City of Burnsville commissioned WSB to work with city staff and the public to prepare a multi -phase master plan for the skate park. Our planning included researching various available products and options to cost effectively improve the space, while allowing for future expansion. Following the master planning, the City selected our firm to continue working on detailed construction documents for the first phase of development to solicit bids from contractors. Project Status £t Budget: The master plan was completed in the summer of 2011. Phase 1 development scheduled for construction in 2012. The estimated cost to construct all phases of the skate park is approximately $430,000.00. Services: • Concept Planning • Master Planning • Cost Estimation • Construction Documents 4^4 eALASVWA : WA 1 swgASi PI112aC city or I &aimsvillc A s. v�Mre p. � / wsbeng.com WS - & Assaci.1e , Inc, SPECIAL USE PARKS Contact: Marty Walsh, Director Carver County Parks 11360 Highway 212 - PO Box 330 Cologne, MN 55322 (952) 466 -5252 Lake Minnewashta Regional Park Dog Park Carver County Parks, MN Project Overview: As part of the overall master plan for Lake Minnewashta Regional Park created by WSB, a piece of the property was identified for the creation of an off leash dog park area. WSB worked with the County to create a more detailed plan for the dog park area that would have its own separate space from the remainder of the park, but still allowed for trail links connecting the dog park to the greater regional park space and trail systems. The dog park contains approximately 18 acres of land containing a parking area, small dog run area, various trail Lake Minnewashta Regional Park loops through mature vegetation, an enclosed pond, potable Dog Park concept °s° water, and some open space for interactive play. The mature landscape provides a scenic environment for the dog park area with plenty of shade opportunities and a pleasing experience for the dogs and owners. Project Status: The off leash dog park area was opened in November of 2007 with future improvements to be included as funding allows. Services: • Master Planning • Schematic Design y 1 • sub i.em Photo's of Trails 8 Running Areas wsbeng.com WSB & Ass —ial -, Inc,